Another summer is in the books! I hope you enjoyed your holiday weekend. . . Because now it’s time to go back to school. Whether you’re growing a coaching practice or searching for your next big role, the pace likely slowed down this summer, and let’s be honest, so did the income. Not for everyone,…
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Grace Under Fire (When the Pressure’s On)
Lately, I’ve been having a familiar conversation with clients over and over again. They’re stepping into new roles, new markets, and new strategies, and they’re feeling the heat. They’re hopping on sales calls for the first time, making high-stakes presentations, testing new offers, and launching new things – all in this wildly unpredictable world. The…
Why is Everyone Acting Like Nothing’s Happening?
Why is everyone acting like nothing’s happening? Let me guess: You’ve been wondering the same thing. I’m beginning to think I should add this to my FAQs. My clients, colleagues, and friends are looking around at the world – headlines filled with war, rollbacks on rights, disorienting shifts in leadership, and everyday tragedies – and…
Perfectionism: The Smart Person’s Trap
Lately, I’ve been hearing a lot from clients who are wrestling with perfectionism. Some of them don’t even realize it’s at the root of what’s draining them. If you’ve ever felt like you need everything to be flawless to feel okay, welcome to the club. Here’s what I’ve learned over decades of coaching (and living)…
You Can’t Build Success on a House of Cards
Lately, I’ve found that far too many of the people I talk to have been telling me they feel stuck. They’re overwhelmed by the economy, discouraged by the job market, or trying to grow a business without any traction. I have to say, it’s tough to hear. It sounds an awful lot like defeatism, which…
Facts vs. Feelings
We can be our own worst enemy sometimes. The negative self-talk gets brutal some days, doesn’t it? As hurtful as the meanest bully on the planet. “Nobody likes me here. I shouldn’t have even come.” “That was the dumbest idea ever; no wonder it flopped.” “I’ll never hit my revenue goals. I should just quit…