When you see something, or the absence of something, do you say something? If not, why not? As I participate with leadership teams daily, I observe people. It’s a skill worth mastering. Whether you do so on a screen or in person, people are communicating so much whether they speak or not. It could be… View Article
Are you aware of the impact you have on others? I received a lovely acknowledgement through social media from an incredible woman recently. It began with a quick message and evolved into a brief exchange about the profound difference I had made in her life. I’ve not seen her in many years, we rarely exchange… View Article
How often do you make time to reflect on your life? Many people spend more time planning their next vacation than they do evaluating their day-to-day existence, leading to a life happening by default. Your joy decreases as things keep happening “to you.” If this is hitting a nerve, it’s time for some reflection. Intentional… View Article
When you look ahead and see you’ve committed to a lot, maybe too much, do you recognize what that does to your thinking? I do. For me, what I notice is there is momentum toward stress created. It’s subtle at first, then it seeps into my thinking more consistently, which informs my feelings. They follow… View Article
My career has always been about becoming a keen observer. In all ways, coaching, facilitating, and training are about learning to engage your senses to read all of what’s occurring with the people in the room, not just the words shared. When done well, we help people gracefully work through the tough stuff. You know,… View Article
Recently, I was at a meeting where someone shared a powerful truth encapsulated in this simple phrase: “What you tolerate becomes your burden, and your burden becomes what you carry.” It struck me as a profound lesson for those of us striving to create thriving environments. As leaders, we set the tone and define the… View Article
We all know change is disruptive. It’s especially disruptive if we think it’s happening to us rather than when we believe we are part of the change. Whether it’s leaving a job, starting a new job, changing your business model, automating something that’s been manual, buying a new phone, or using a new technology, things… View Article
In a world filled with uncertainty, it’s remarkable how people often handle bad news with greater resilience. While bad news delivers a direct blow, it also provides clarity and a path forward. Uncertainty, on the other hand, wraps us in a web of unease, breeding anxiety and sleepless nights. Bad news, although painful, invites us… View Article
If your plate is too full, get a bigger plate. This profound concept holds the key to conquering overwhelm. Life often presents us with more tasks, responsibilities, and challenges than we can handle in a given timeframe. We feel the pressure building, struggling to keep up with all of it. Instead of crumbling, what if… View Article
In the ever-changing landscape of life, one timeless piece of wisdom stands out for me today: no state of being is permanent – there is no need to react. As a person who happens to react before I think more than I’d like to, I consciously practice pausing before I react. At best, I find… View Article