9 August 2023

The Powerful Link Between Negotiation as a Conversation

By |2023-08-09T12:21:21-04:00August 9th, 2023|

Conversation Conversations are the general exchange of thoughts, words, ideas, directives, and messages. Conversations are one of the main vehicles of communication. Most of us would say that we have conversations every day. What is the most important experience of a conversation? Connection When people talk, they want to get something across to others ranging [...]

25 July 2023

Imposter Syndrome

By |2023-07-25T12:47:33-04:00July 25th, 2023|

Two leaders spoke in quiet voices as if someone could hear their private phone conversation. One was an accomplished author who traveled the world speaking and training prominent CEOs on how to be more effective in leading their teams, the other a training and development professional. Both admitted that they struggle with Imposter Syndrome. On [...]

11 May 2023

Crafting Your Sacred Rhythm of Life

By |2023-05-23T11:37:50-04:00May 11th, 2023|

There is a descriptive phrase called the Rule of Life. It is a structure or framework by which to live your life. The Rule of Life is meant to guide you along a path that is the best for you. While I embrace the concept, I pull back from the thought of this being a [...]

5 April 2023

Inside The Mind of A CEO

By |2023-04-27T08:12:05-04:00April 5th, 2023|

The last couple of years has weighed heavily on the minds of CEOs. There are times when I as an Executive Coach wish I could make things easier for them operationally.  I feel for them. The shortage of labor is real. Poaching has become the norm. Board members put pressure on publicly traded company CEOs [...]

1 December 2022

Increasing Organizational Performance through Interference Awareness

By |2023-05-11T12:22:07-04:00December 1st, 2022|

Have you ever experienced a moment where you couldn't think clearly to get to a decision or to speak intelligibly on a subject or perhaps to represent yourself accurately in a potentially threatening environment? You might be experiencing what I call "Interference." This article is intended to help the leader become more aware of interference [...]

6 October 2022

Prioritize Your Health as a Business Strategy

By |2022-10-11T11:14:02-04:00October 6th, 2022|

The most resilient companies are revamping their success strategy to include health and wellness planning. Mark made a comment out of frustration that caught my attention. He said, “I cannot believe it! My doctor has set me up for every health screening available! I mentioned that I had a little heartburn, and that set her [...]

12 September 2022

Internal Unrest – What is this About?

By |2022-09-12T11:33:38-04:00September 12th, 2022|

Discerning the Storm Within You Julie was uncomfortable. For weeks, she felt the need to rearrange each time she entered her office. The desk had been in several places, the corner, the middle of the room, and next to the door. She also moved the seating area in her office, the whiteboard, and even the [...]

2 August 2022

I Will Just Work Forever

By |2022-08-04T16:28:17-04:00August 2nd, 2022|

Right now, you’re already organizing what your future will look like. – Seth Godin There’s nothing wrong with the hustle. There is something wrong with staying in the hustle forever. You may say, “but I’m not in the hustle!” As your coach, I would ask, “Well, what’s your exit plan?”  I’m not talking about the [...]

15 June 2022

The Pain of Making Choices

By |2022-06-15T13:07:53-04:00June 15th, 2022|

Marcy was having professional growing pains. After months of working with a coach, it became apparent her decision-making process was more complex than she realized, while many times fraught with consternation. She was aware of her focus and drive, although she had a blind spot in understanding her influence as a leader. When reviewing Marcy’s [...]

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