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• Ladies – About Your Communication

  • January 28th, 2020
  • Posted in Communication, Counseling, Employee Development, Guided Execution 1:1, Skills, women

  Over the years, I’ve worked with many women on their communication challenges. I have found that they have different preferences, styles and approaches from men which creates a feeling that they are not as accepted or valued in the workplace…. Read More

• Don’t Join the Gym

  • January 14th, 2020
  • Posted in Newsletter

  Are you thinking that this month is the time to finally join a gym and get in shape? Don’t. Here is what my research shows: New Year’s resolutions are a big motivator and many clubs tout a discounted joining fee if… Read More

• Touching Base

  • December 19th, 2019
  • Posted in Communication, Counseling, Employee Development, Feedback, Mangement, Motivation, Skills, Support

  Touching base with people you care about, work with, have worked with in the past, or miss – is something that is easy to do. So why don’t people do it more often? There are many things I do at… Read More

• You Don’t Need a Blowtorch to Light Your Birthday Candles

  • December 10th, 2019
  • Posted in Newsletter

  One of the biggest obstacles to professional and personal freedom is not understanding what enough really is. Not many people think about what is enough. Instead, we allow other people to determine it for us. How much money do you… Read More

• First Love

  • November 26th, 2019
  • Posted in Communication, Consulting, Counseling, Executives, Guided Execution 1:1, Mangement, Skills, Supervision

  Most people remember their first love. For many, when you see or hear about your first love, there is still a little jolt of that initial chemistry. I had many professional ‘lusts:’ theater star, news anchor, recording artist, cancer researcher,… Read More

• Avoiding Landmines

  • November 13th, 2019
  • Posted in Newsletter

  Political polarization has become a part of our lives. We can see it in our families and friendships. Some people report that they have even stopped talking to or socializing with someone they know because of disagreements over politics. So… Read More

• FAQ

  • October 23rd, 2019
  • Posted in Communication, Consulting, Executives, Feedback, Guided Execution 1:1, Mangement, Motivation, Skills, Supervision

  Asking good questions is the best way to gain deeper insights, develop stronger relationships, and create more innovative solutions. I often wonder why more of my clients don’t ask ask people questions more often. Kids learn when they ask questions…. Read More

• Are You Laughing?

  • October 8th, 2019
  • Posted in Newsletter

  Having a good sense of humor definitely helps cope with stress and can lead to your overall improved health. The actual act of laughing is an exhale, releasing your breath and the tension you may be holding on to. Sharing… Read More

• Try Something Different: You Can Learn New Things

  • September 24th, 2019
  • Posted in Change, Employee Development, Motivation, Skills

    I like city living. This month, however, for a total change of pace – I went to Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park and Jackson Wyoming for vacation. In the 14 month run-up to the trip (yup –… Read More

• Ghosts in the Workplace

  • September 10th, 2019
  • Posted in Newsletter

  If you date or know someone who is currently dating then you probably already know all about ghosting. In order to avoid having a difficult conversation (“I don’t want to see you anymore.”), the person goes silent. Call, texts, and… Read More