I get your world and I want to help you win at work.
I get your world and I want to help you win at work.
Sometimes, a few simple practices are all it takes to produce profound change.
How to Recover from Surprisingly Bad Feedback
Wharton’s Adam Grant is a great mind in the world of organizational psychology. Recently he posted this: “If you're surprised by the feedback you get at a performance review, your boss has failed. Good managers don't wait for formal meetings to help you grow, they...
COACHING CASE STUDY: Finally Doing the Work She Was Meant to Do
When Leanne (not her real name) came to Alida for coaching, she had just gotten a promotion, leading the largest team she’d ever managed before. Her former peers were now her direct reports, which presented a new challenge: How to effectively…
Where Most People Get Stuck in Their Careers
It's conventional wisdom that you have to know what you want in order to take your career forward. I disagree. That way of thinking keeps far too many people stuck, spinning their wheels. I believe instead that the best way to figure out what you want is to get out...
COACHING CASE STUDY: Fearlessly Stepping into a New Role
David was enjoying his role as the Director of Research at a company that created materials to promote sustainable living. His team was responsible for creating new products and solving customer and plant problems. He loved the challenge of hiring great people and...
COACHING CASE STUDY: Figuring Out What’s Next
Chris, a Ph.D. in neuroscience had finally reached his goal of academic tenure. After celebrating this milestone, he faced the question, What’s next? He saw a lot of different possibilities in front of him but was not sure where he wanted to focus his energy. And, due...
COACHING CASE STUDY: Overcoming a Blind Spot
Louis, a supply chain professional, was an expert in his field. But, he had yet to find a role where he could really shine. Like many people with specific expertise, he had numerous opportunities in front of him but was struggling to find a role where he could...
The Real Reason You Haven’t Moved Up in Your Career
I talk to dozens of people every month who feel stuck in their careers. Every day people tell me about their long hours, getting home well past dinner, or going back to work in the evenings. Missing time with their families and friends, staying up late, and having...
How to Stop Taking Things So Personally
One challenge I see over and over again is how to deal with people who are behaving badly. My clients often have to figure out how to cope in the face of someone else’s strong emotions. Watch the video below or the blog post that follows to explore strategies you can...
What Not to Say in an Interview
Too often, humility and lack of confidence can lead to downplaying your experience. Today we’ll look at why that happens, and what you can do instead to confidently present yourself as the best choice for your next role. Watch the video below or read the blog that...
Making Time for Your Health
Your physical health is a key ingredient for resilience and ultimately success in your career. Unfortunately, with the press of daily demands, it can feel like there’s simply no time to work out or take care of yourself. Watch the video below or read the blog post...
The Worst Thing You Can Do In A Performance Review
Surprises are great for birthday parties and anniversary gifts, but they're NOT what you want in a performance review. Watch the video below or read the blog that follows to look at the issues that can contribute to surprises in a performance review. We'll also delve...
Combatting Collaboration Overload
Collaboration Overload. It’s afflicting everyone these days. There are so many methods to collaborate and communicate with one another: email, text, messenger, Slack, Zoom, Teams, Discord – the list goes on and on. While it’s great to have so many options, it can feel...