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The other day someone made a request of me and before I could even think, my mouth said, “Sure I’d love to.” When I went home and thought about it more, I realized I hadn’t really wanted to say yes, but my words betrayed me. And now I felt stuck between what I agreed to, [...]
I never set out to start a company. A few years back, I felt a shift was coming in my career. I decided I couldn’t keep on doing what I was doing, so I entered a period of discovery that involved coaching. The exploration actually led me to professional coaching and Human Resources (HR) as [...]
I have a problem with comparison. I am sure I am not the only one bout there who compares my coaching business to others. I especially seem to do this to other coaches who have been building their businesses for many more years than I have. Logically I know that there is no reason to [...]
Last week my wife drove to Massachusetts to attend the funeral of her friend, Tony. Colette and Tony became friends when they were 13. They lived in the same neighborhood in Lowell, Massachusetts, which is the town that the movie The Fighter took place. After high school graduation, Tony joined the Navy and entered Boot [...]
Launching my coaching business was one of the most exciting and frustrating times of my life. If you have recently launched your coaching business, or are considering this post is for you. It may not happen as fast as you think it will. – When I started my business I had grand visions of how [...]
At a recent “Strengths Bag Lunch,” employees of EnergyCAP, Inc. (ECI) discussed how to get better at “Responsibility.” The entire company has taken the Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment, which measures 34 areas of talent. The idea is to help people to develop their top areas of talent into strengths, and then utilize their strengths to achieve [...]
As we’ve previously shared, only 33% of U.S. workers are engaged at work. Engaged employees feel emotionally connected to their workplace, are excited to be there, and have a sense of purpose in their work. They’re like “yay!” On the other hand, the remaining 67% of workers are disengaged—they aren’t involved in, enthusiastic about, and [...]
How StrengthsFinder Changed My Life Last year I was searching for more fulfillment at work. I had been in sales and marketing for 13 years, and though the company was successful, something was missing. I felt if I kept doing the same thing for much longer, I would look back with regret. One of the [...]
Listen on Apple Podcasts | Download Podcast Do you wonder what it takes to become a successful coach? Would you like a behind-the-scenes look of how it’s really done? If you said “yes” then you’re in for a treat today! We’ve got the information and encouragement you need to persevere and succeed. Tune [...]
Listen on Apple Podcasts | Download Podcast Is marketing a terrifying word for you? Does it feel like an imposition instead of a service? If you said yes, you'll want to listen to this important podcast with best-selling author C.J. Hayden. You’ll get practical, actionable advice on: How to serve, not sell, so [...]