Break Out of the Norms You Set for Yourself I had to take a forced break from my usual live broadcast and my newsletter topic plan this past week due to my mother being in the hospital. Between both my parents, other family members, and one of my children’s childhood spent in hospitals, I’ve been…
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How To NOT Quit on Yourself
When you’re working towards a goal, quitting often seems like the easy way out. Everyone wants to throw in the towel sometimes — when the going gets tough, when you hit a hiccup, or when you’re just not feeling up to it. Getting up every day, chugging along, and doing what it takes — no…
How to reach your goals without pushing harder
Do you ever feel like reaching your goals is a nearly impossible feat? Like you’re never going to get there, or you’re going to run yourself into the ground trying? I think we’ve all felt this way at some point, but it can be especially frustrating when you just can’t figure out why it’s so…
What are you scrappy and hungry for?
I don’t know about you, but I am “scrappy and hungry, and I’m not throwin’ away my shot…” If you’re one of the millions of people who enjoyed the hit sensation Hamilton, you may recognize this tune. Consider it our theme song for today. I believe being scrappy and hungry is one of the under-appreciated…
Is an Identity Crisis Holding You Back in Your Business?
In my coaching practice, I run into a lot of entrepreneurial spirits. As people are talking through what they want to do with their life and career, the conversation often takes a familiar turn, and I know what’s coming — “What I really want is to do my own thing!” It’s an exciting revelation. Charting…
The Unfortunate Cost of Covering All Your Bases
As a coach, I’m in the business of helping people get what they want — out of their career, their business, and their life. Over the years I’ve observed a thing or two about wanting, and the many reasons why people often don’t get what they want. One big reason is that they’re holding tight…