10/5/20 10/5/20

Shifting Roles

Do you ever wonder when something (a name, an author, a situation) SHOWS UP REPEATEDLY in your life, if there’s a MESSAGE you need to hear? Completely coincidentally, my business partners and I realized on a call this week that we are all reading or listening to books by the author Ann Patchett: The Dutch House, State of Wonder, and Truth & Beauty. What are the CHANCES of that?

Don't Be Blind Sighted

Difficult situations show up no matter who you are. It doesn’t matter if you are at the top of your field, leading a team, or starting an exciting project. Inevitably, you WILL FACE A TOUGH SITUATION. Let’s be honest, not one but MANY tough situations. Are you prepared?

Touching Tributes

Isn’t it curious that we write and say beautiful words about loved ones, after they are gone? But what about those we love WHO ARE STILL HERE? What if we took the time to write out a tribute to the person still in front of us?

Share Your Gifts

Do you find yourself holding back? Do you feel you are “TOO MUCH” at times? Sometimes we are afraid of SUCCESS on some level – will my friends think I’m pompous, what will my family think, will I continue to fit in with my friend group and work peers, what will happen if I rock the boat at work, will my boss feel threatened, and on and on. What will it take for you to STEP into your true being and your GREATNESS?

Do More, Accomplish More

During this time of social distancing and WFH, more clients than ever are struggling with MOTIVATION. Most of them have identified goals, like losing 15 pounds or taking on a bigger role at work. But they are struggling to take ACTION. You can let life happen to you, or you can take ACTION to get the outcomes you want.

How Do You Know If You Are Right?

Generally speaking, by default humans get caught in the trap of CONFIRMATION BIAS. When you find yourself SO SURE about your worldview, I invite you to ask yourself “WHAT IF THAT WASN’T TRUE?”. And work on decreasing your confirmation bias. You might be surprised by what you find out.

What Are You Carrying Around?

Do you carry around strong, unhelpful emotions long after the event is over? Our bodies do not know the difference between our mind’s ruminations and actual events leading to a wrecked nervous system and chronically raised stress hormones. The Anecdote?…

If You Want Different, DO DIFFERENT

InnerBalance from HeartMath is my chosen LIFE-MANAGEMENT TOOL, after testing many options, for BUSY professionals who want to flow more easily and effectively through life. I’ve also found it powerful before stressful situations. Just 5 minutes will broaden your perspective, lower your heart rate, and allow ideas and connections to flow. Seems MAGICAL right?

Loneliness Vs. Solitude

The #1 reason people are unhappy is loneliness. But there’s a sea of difference between LONELINESS and purposeful SOLITUDE. Of course, we all feel lonely sometimes. But if you often feel lonely, please use it as a SIGN to make a change. Reach out to others, volunteer, plan a get-together.

Second Arrow

No one is immune to pain. Asking “Why me?” or feeling that “This will never end” only make us feel worse. If you get struck by an arrow, do you then shoot another arrow into yourself?”

Thriving In Tribes

In the US the nuclear family, i.e., parents and their children, form the basic social organization and unit in society. However, humans did not evolve living in such a small group. HUMANS THRIVE IN TRIBES.

EPIC Conversations

Riaz Patel uses a method to facilitate CONVERSATIONS between “people who start out believing they are diametrically opposed.”

At A Crossroad In Your Career?

With the unemployment rate hovering around 13.5%, I know this is a tough time mentally and practically for many people. So, I thought it might be helpful to provide a few ideas outside of the typical job boards and recruiters

How Can You Be A Comforter-in-Chief?

“We are not yet what we shall be.” These words, attributed to 16th-century theologian Martin Luther, highlight that we are all on a path of growth, that we can all strive to better ourselves. How can you become a comforter-in-chief?

Future Of Work Conversations

The topics of work conversations are SHIFTING. What will these topics look like in the future?

Framework To Encourage Conversation

Today’s post will highlight a framework to encourage input, conversation, and openness. It is a coaching tool developed by Shooksvenson for goals, but I have found their “Be SAFE & Certain” model utilizing the concept of red and green traffic lights helpful for encouraging open dialogue at work and in everyday life.

Starting A New Role Or Gig?

Lori Ryerkerk, chairman, president and CEO of Celanese Corporation spoke about the importance of first impressions and of human connection when first starting in a new role. I would say this applies to new clients, projects, and co-workers as well.

Reflecting On Implicit Bias

This week’s theme has been REFLECTION, and I find myself drawn to reflecting on the implicit bias that I’m saddened is still prevalent in our society today.

How Do You End Your Day?

Other than the morning, the only bookend for your day is the evening reflection. Intentionally making even minor changes in your day lead to big changes – in our mental state, in our relationships, in our work.

Do You Have A Well-being Framework?

Today’s post focuses on a theme that came up repeatedly this week: WELL-BEING AT WORK. Do you have a well-being framework?

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