We’ve Entered The Final Third
We've entered the final third of the year! 4 months left to go. It's crazy how time flies, but here we are. This week I’m having all my coaching clients recommit to their goals and objectives. But before you do that go back over the first eight months of the year and...
Are You Here or Are You There?
Recently I learned that in traditional native American language there are no words for up or down. There is only “Here” and “There” Isn’t that interesting? I started thinking about the ups and downs of any business, including my own I had to think about what...
Overcome Your Procrastination
One of the biggest obstacles that people run into when it comes to achieving their desired goals and outcomes is procrastination. This inability to get started seems to create just enough doubt and uncertainty to halt all of your best laid plans. Once...
Are You Coachable?
In over 25 years of working with and coaching high performers, I’ve learned there are many people that possess talent and ability, that's a given. But talent doesn't always equal success. I would guess you know many talented individuals that aren't successful...
Lessons in Leadership From Ozzy Osbourne
What the Prince of Darkness Can Teach Us About Leading Boldly It’s no secret I’m a huge music fan. The bands of the ‘70s, ‘80s, and early ‘90s had a massive impact on my musical taste—and one of the biggest influences of all was Ozzy Osbourne. When someone who’s had...
Unplug From the Matrix
Summer is a great time to unplug from your digital devices and simply be unavailable. Most summers, my family and I are fortunate enough to vacation in Northern Michigan (yes, just like in that Kid Rock song). It’s truly one of the most beautiful places on...
Are You Having Any Fun?
One of my favorite things I like to say when I'm with my friends or close family is: "This is the most fun I've ever HAD" and it always seems to elicit smiles and laughter. But there is something to this idea of having and creating fun wherever you are. What is...
Celebrate the Midyear & a Gift for You
I realize this might seem a bit hard to believe but we're at the midpoint of the year. Now is a great time to take stock on how far you've come. What are your success stories? What are you most proud of accomplishing? Take a moment and celebrate the “wins” you’ve...
If We Don’t Change, Then We Choose
There’s a quote often attributed to Albert Einstein: Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. It’s become a bit of a cliche, but like so many old phrases it sticks around because it’s true. In business, in leadership, and...
Qualities of Exceptional Leaders
There are thousands of books written about leadership and just as many theories written by known and unknown scholars. If you’ve read any of these or had the opportunity to work with or for an Exceptional Leader, then you have probably noticed some common...
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