As a coach, I could talk all day about the many ways I’ve seen people hold themselves back, but today I’m diving into one of the most common. I have to come right out and say it: Far too many of you are putting yourself through the wringer for no good reason! You’re placing obstacles…
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The Cost of Becoming the Boss
If you’re anything like most ambitious people, you had big dreams of becoming the boss one day. You wanted to be the one to call the shots. You couldn’t wait for your ideas to take center stage. The idea of one day answering only to the big shots (or no one at all!) fired you…
How Chaos Leads to Opportunity
I was reflecting on conversations I had with a couple of my executive coaching clients last week, and I was reminded of something you may find surprising. Chaos gets a bad rap. Quieting, containing, and calming chaos is important, but you can’t avoid it altogether and expect growth. Both of these clients are dealing with…
Try This Spring Cleaning Mind Trick
Spring has sprung in my part of the world, and new beauty is blooming all around us. The weather is not exactly cooperating with my sunny disposition this week, but, I’m ushering in new beginnings nonetheless. It’s that time of year again to clear the clutter! You might’ve guessed it, but I’m not just referring…
Every A-List Coach Has This Nailed
I want to clear something up. This has to be said. Far too many people want to be successful coaches, but they don’t want to do what it takes to have a successful coaching business. Don’t get me wrong. Being a good coach doesn’t necessarily mean you need to be good at business. You might…
What is GRIT?
If there’s one quality you can’t do without on the path to success, it’s GRIT. Reaching your goals often requires a stick-to-itiveness like no other. You’re going to hit challenges along the way, and it’s possessing a dogged perseverance — despite adversity — that’ll carry you through. This kind of tenacity is what sets you…