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 Supporting Information Flow Generates Results
We often assume that the people who need to have critical information already do. However, information doesn’t necessarily flow through an organization to the person who needs to know it.
The Power of Grace Under Pressure
To be an effective leader, and to get ahead in your career, one of the key skills you can build is learning how to channel your anger, frustration, and overwhelm into a productive output.
How to Manage the Unsolvable Dilemmas You Face Every Day
If you’re a manager, your job is one of endless tradeoffs.
You Can’t Learn to Run from a Book – But Some Instruction Can’t Hurt
Someone said to me recently, “You can’t learn to run from a book.” That really got me thinking.
Three Signs You Might Be Stalled in Your Career and Not Even Know It
There’s no rule that says you have to keep moving up in order to consider your career a success. There’s a lot to be said for the pride of a job well done. But if you’re capable of more, there’s a real financial cost to stalling out in your career.
Two Versions of Stuck that Can Bog Down Your Career
We talk with people every day who are feeling stuck in their careers. They’re disappointed because something isn’t working the way they wanted it to. Maybe they feel they’ve been waiting too long for their next promotion. Or they have a boss who doesn’t support them. Or they have challenging relationships with their colleagues. Or there’s some kind of tension on their teams that’s uncomfortable. Whatever the reason, they’re feeling unhappy – or just “meh” – in their current jobs.
Lessons Learned from My Sprained Knee: Four Reasons to Work With a Pro
I sprained my knee about a month ago. As far as I can recall, this is the first major injury I’ve sustained in my life (luckily!). It’s been a real learning experience figuring out how to ask for – and accept – help.
My first session with the physical therapist was a great reminder about the value of working with a professional.
Why Being Present to Yourself FIRST is Key to Your Career Success
Being present to yourself is an important first step in taking your career forward. Watch the video below or the blog post that follows to learn more. What do I mean by “being present to yourself”? I mean: Being aware of what you want, separate from other people’s...
Why Investing in Yourself is the Best Money Move You Can Make
There’s a lot in the news right now about the economy – inflation, record high gas prices, recession. Many professionals are feeling worried about money, despite having relatively good salaries. The anxieties are both short-term and long-term. In the short-term,...
COACHING CASE STUDY: The Importance of Finding the Right Environment
With almost 20 years of experience in his industry, Paul* was promoted to a Director level position in the fall of 2021. His new supervisor suggested that he work with Alida as he stepped into his new role. Right away, Paul jumped into learning new skills to make him a more effective leader. With guidance from Alida, he began to look at his own leadership style and strengths and discovered some unique things about himself.
Getting Your Mindset Right for Success
Just when you’re at the end of your rope, wanting to find something else, the burnout that makes you want to leave your current job can make your job search even more difficult.
COACHING CASE STUDY: Growing into Her Full Potential
With over 16 years of experience at her organization, Patricia* had worked her way up and was promoted to be the director of her department. As she started in her new position, she was excited about her new responsibilities and the impact her team could have on the organization as a whole. With this promotion, she now reported directly to the head of her organization. She soon learned this leader was focused on other aspects of the organization.
