We often expect perfection from ourselves. We want the job (whatever that job may be) to be done quickly, correctly, and without any kind of fuss. Except that’s not always possible. Life gets in the way. Emotions and tensions run high. Things don’t fall into place the way that we had planned, or the way …
In our society, when we picture a leader, it’s common to think of someone that is strong-willed, high-spirited, and outspoken. These are traits that we tend to value in our leadership, but why has this become the norm? The fact of the matter is that there are many people who may not fit that description, …
Some of us spend a good deal of our lives waiting for the perfect moment. We bide our time, we plan carefully, and then hold off until we feel like the forces outside of our control have aligned in such a way to make us successful. Except sometimes that perfect moment never comes around. While …
Sometimes, it may feel as if the world is trying to stifle your voice. Sometimes, you have to fight in order to make your voice heard. And sometimes, it feels easier to stay silent. When clients come to me with questions about how to develop and project their voices, I like to direct them to …
Have you ever felt beaten down by life, only for someone to come and lift you back up again? Have a few kind and thoughtful words helped you through a particularly difficult period of time in your life? Many of us are fortunate to have people who build us back up when we’re struggling and …
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For so much of our lives, we spend a great deal of time trying to make things as painless as possible. And while that’s something to be applauded, say, when working collaboratively with a colleague or trying to be a supportive partner, it’s also important to be wary of not embracing the discomforts of life in your own …
Going through the motions: We all do it. You might be in a monotonous day-to-day schedule or feel like you are only completing tasks to get them done. It’s okay. It happens to everyone, one way or another. And it’s not necessarily bad to be in this place. However, it may feel a bit underwhelming. …
I feel very privileged in my life to have had many memorable teachers and mentors to guide me. I could not imagine what my life would have been like without them. Their wisdom, insight into situations or guidance always seemed to have come at the right moment. Looking back, I remember one teacher, Mr. Hartman. …
Maybe you’ve never had a coach before. Perhaps you just haven’t come to the conclusion that it will add value to your life and career. Or perhaps you have had one and found that you just didn’t click. You didn’t feel like you were heard or appreciated. Having a coach by your side during these …
Life has a tendency of throwing us curveballs right when we think we can’t handle them, doesn’t it? Maybe you’re a few days from starting your new job and then you come down with the flu. Or you’re getting ready to drive to a networking event or important meeting and your car won’t start. Or …