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.

Every month, I dive deep to share insights and action steps that will shift your perspective and renew your faith in what’s possible. Receive these directly in your inbox by subscribing here.

Sometimes, a few simple practices are all it takes to produce profound change.

COACHING CASE STUDY: Reclaiming Her Spark

When beginning her career 12 years ago, Betty pictured herself working hard, performing well, & growing with her company. Despite her dedication & high performance, she was not promoted.

So, Betty moved up by moving on. Even though she had a higher title and a larger salary, Betty saw this as a black mark on her resume. She felt she failed because she was not internally promoted.

When Betty saw this pattern playing out at her next company, she decided she needed help. She wanted to figure out how to be seen as a confident & assertive leader. So, she sought out the support of a coach.

COACHING CASE STUDY: From Frustrated to Ready to Take on What Lies Ahead

James felt like his position was no longer a good fit for him. He had worked his way up to become a director and was performing well. However, he was feeling frustrated.

He had a new supervisor who micromanaged. After years of working for people who trusted him to do good work, the treatment from his new boss was irritating.

He was also frustrated by frequent questions from his team. People saw him as the “go to” person for quick, accurate answers. While he enjoyed being a resource, the constant interruptions made it difficult to focus on what he needed to get done.

Is it time to change up your routine?

As summer rolls in, consider taking stock of your work to be sure your routines and patterns still make sense. Are you spending your time and energy in ways that move you toward your goals? Or are there a few that aren’t serving you anymore, that you could shift?

What are your guiding principles?

If you’re like most professionals, every day brings a new set of challenges – new assignments, shifting market conditions, changing customer needs. No matter what your specific role or industry, one of the constants in your career is change. That can be completely overwhelming. When there are so many shifting circumstances, it can be difficult to know what to do.

Why Fostering Friendships at Work Increases Productivity

Having good, strong connections to your colleagues and your network not only benefits you professionally. It can also make a difference to your long-term health and well-being. In addition, those strong friendships among people can have big impacts on the organization.

Moving Beyond the Clichés to Make Real Change

I listened to a training recently where the story came up AGAIN about “putting on your own mask before assisting others.” I assume you’ve heard it. I rolled my eyes, thinking, “Can we really not think of any other way to talk about taking care of ourselves so we can be available for others?”

Every month, I dive deep to share insights and action steps that will shift your perspective and renew your faith in what’s possible. Receive these directly in your inbox by subscribing here.

Why You Shouldn’t Wait for Your Company to Get You a Coach

In sports, kids don’t wait until they’re in the pros to get a coach or get a trainer for themselves. They start working with someone as soon as they show some potential. That’s what I recommend for you as well. You don’t have to wait for your company to finally see that you’re worth it.

Coaching or Therapy – How to Decide What Support You Need Now

Everyone needs help sometimes, whether that’s because of something happening in your personal life or in your career. The question is what’s the right resource? In this article we’re looking at some of the distinctions between coaching and therapy. Both are extremely useful, but they serve slightly different functions and work in slightly different ways.

COACHING CASE STUDY: From “Really Unhappy” to Thriving – Without a Job Change

In December of 2020, John started a new job as a senior program manager at a large aerospace company.

It was a really tough transition, moving from a smaller team of just 30 people to a company of many thousands. The team he managed included highly skilled engineers. With a background in business, he felt like an outsider among such a technical team. It was difficult to gain their respect. John also faced challenges from his colleagues, the other program managers.

Three Tips for Finding Solutions to Challenging Problems

This week we’re getting practical with some tips you can use when you’re facing a challenge. Whatever organization you’re in, or what role you have, if you’re a Manager, Director, or Vice President, a big part of your job is finding creative solutions to challenges. Here are a few ways to work on them.