I’m in the final stages of editing my book and there’s much work left to do. I’ve been working on my book since, well, the real beginning was 2 years ago. In that time there have been starts and stops, celebrations and setbacks, tears and recriminations. The journey is more important than the destination. The process of writing my book … Read More
Gratitude In Action
Gratitude has a many benefits, most of which you’ve probably heard before. With all these benefits, it’s surprising how little respect gratitude gets throughout the year. Despite it’s value, most people only actively practice gratitude one month (November), one week (Thanksgiving week), or one day (Thanksgiving) each year. Is it time to up your gratitude skills? How does your current gratitude … Read More
6 Strategies to Turn Down a Coffee Date
One moment you’re conversing with someone you just met at a networking event and then it happens… “I’d love to talk to you more about this over coffee,” he says, handing you a business card. If you’re an introvert like me you cringe every time someone casually says, “Let’s grab a coffee!” I feign enthusiasm, hoping they won’t pin me … Read More
9 strategies to get control of your to-do list
To-do lists are a blessing and a curse. On the one hand, they keep me organized and focused. On the other hand my to-do list can take over my life, creating stress, burnout, and overwhelm. I’m a master of execution. I get shit done. Colleagues and clients are often impressed by the amount of work I get done in a … Read More
How to get more of what you want
I often ask new clients what they want from their career and most people find this question surprisingly difficult question to answer. Too often people do what they think they should do, or want what they think they should want. It’s uncommon to know what you actually, really, truly want, particularly when it comes to making decisions that affect other … Read More
28 ways to play!
I recently started a daily play practice. Along with meditation, walking, and gratitude, I’m intentionally adding play to my daily routine. There are many benefits of play for adults as well as children, yet play isn’t something I often include in my day. It’s all too easy to get wrapped up in to-do lists to give much thought to play. … Read More
Read this before abandoning your dreams
People are judgmental jerks. Yes, even you. In fact, I bet you’re the most judgmental jerk when it comes to your dreams. I see it all the time in my work as a career coach– intelligent and capable people, aka you, who think you aren’t good enough to have a fulfilling career and earn a decent living. Maybe you show … Read More
How to make better decisions in work and life
As a career coach, the #1 problem people have in their career or business is they don’t know what to do. Sometimes they say, “I just have to figure out how to…,” or “I need to decide,” or even, “I’ve been thinking about it a lot and I think I need to…” All of the above comments really mean they … Read More
20 great questions to ask in a job interview
As a career coach I see job seekers make a lot of mistakes. One of the biggest mistakes job seekers make is looking for the job you think you can get rather than the job you want. Don’t make this mistake! Going after the obvious job may be the reason you end up bored and frustrated at work, changing jobs every few … Read More
Success, Suicide, and Entrepreneurs
1 in 3 entrepreneurs live with depression, and I’m one of them. I was first diagnosed with depression in childhood, along with anxiety and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). With an Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) score of 9 out of 10 adverse childhood experiences, I’m at high risk for serious physical and mental health problems from heart disease to suicide. … Read More