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.
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.
Set Your Own Standards – Only You Can Say What Success Looks Like for You
No matter where you are in your career or in your life, you cannot let your choices be dictated by anyone else’s standards.
The Goldilocks Approach to Defining Your Next Career Move
Just like Goldilocks looking for that perfect bowl of porridge, some approaches to finding your next role will be “too hot” others “too cold.” Today we’re going to define what you can do so that your next career move is “just right.”
The Life Changing Power of Mastering Your Voice Tone
Today I’m sharing one of the more embarrassing moments of my early career, and the profound lesson that shapes how I coach my clients.
7 Tips to Set You Up for Success in 2023
As part of our wrap-up for 2022, I asked several of my clients to share what they felt had contributed the most to their success this past year. Here’s what they had to say:
What to do When Work Distracts You From Life
One of the most important things you can do to avoid burnout is to have clear boundaries between your work and home life. For most of us, that’s much easier said than done.
Why You Might Feel Lonely After a Promotion – And What to Do About It
I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, “It’s lonely at the top.” Many of my clients have experienced this. Many of them describe getting a promotion that they were really excited about, eagerly stepping into the new role, and then feeling isolated and lonely. After a promotion, it can feel like there’s no one you can talk to.
COACHING CASE STUDY: Started a Job Search for the Sake of Her Health – Landed a Role Where She is Thriving
Ludmyrna had worked her way up in the public sector. She had a lot on her shoulders and the office was strapped for resources. They were understaffed. Ludmyrna had not taken a vacation in 5 years. There was no backup available – no one who could take care of the work that needed to be done in her absence. The stress was starting to impact her health.
How to Keep Imposter Syndrome from Holding You Back
Here are three skills you need to build to stop imposture syndrome form making you feel and act less confident and self-assured than you want to.