How many times have you heard a colleague or even your boss say, “There aren’t enough hours in a day,” or “I’m buried,” or “I don’t have time to get to that.” Leaders have a difficult time managing their plate effectively and many things often...
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We’ve all heard the statement “My door is always open.” I’ve had executives tell me this too many times to count. I believe they genuinely want to convey this message, but unfortunately it isn’t always well received or believed, for that matter...
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“Purpose is the reason we work beyond financial rewards and recognition.” ~ Imperative Powerful statement, right? It’s actually difficult to think that any of us do this, but once you find it, you absolutely know it! I had snippets of purpose...
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I read a Facebook post the other day that caused me to pause. The person was speaking about being a “good enough” mother. It got me thinking about being good enough in more ways than just motherhood. It got me thinking that in today’s crazy...
Read moreWhy is it that businesses immediately jump to letting employees go as a means to helping themselves financially? Do they consider other options? Do they involve the team to help identify options? Strategies such as cutting expenses or benefits...
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We become leaders when we accept the responsibility to protect those in our care. ~ S. Sinek Today I had a wonderful volunteer opportunity to coach a young woman who is a new supervisor. What made it a bit challenging was it was a Skype session...
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It is hard to believe that 2017 is coming to a close. Many are ready to kick it to the curb in anticipation of a better 2018. Many are anxious about what 2018 will bring. My work is my own private megaphone to tell the world (or at least my...
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The purpose of this blog is to stir your purpose in ways that you give of yourself to others. Volunteering is on the decline. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, only about 25% of the population volunteer. Up until about 9 or 10 years...
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Accountability is one of those words that we hear in the workplace and in life and often wonder how to put it into action. Accountability is “A personal choice to rise above one’s circumstances and demonstrate the ownership necessary...
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Well, I wrapped up a coaching engagement this past week. What a blessing it has been to work with these individuals. I always hope that I am able to impart wisdom and guidance during someone’s coaching journey and this one was extra special. ...
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I have had the pleasure of working with an organization since the beginning of the year on Leading Through Change. During that time, they tackled Trust, Accountability, Conflict, Commitment and Results, key elements of a team that can easily go...
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Yesterday was a bit surreal as I traveled to Las Vegas to see a client. As we landed, I was filled with such mixed emotions. So excited to spend the day with my client, meeting new people, watching operations at their best, seeing smiles...
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