Every office has one- the office bully. That person who intimidates and manipulates those around him- disrupting work, destroying morale, and making everyone in the office as miserable as he is. I’ve worked with bullies who were my co-workers, my employees, and my boss. It mattered little if I was the manager or the employee- an office bully bullies indiscriminately, … Read More
How to motivate yourself
Every day I talk to people who are stuck in a rut. They’re in a job with no future or in a job they hate. They’ve been running their own business for years and they still aren’t making any money. Many of the people I talk to are broke, bored, or burned out. They want to make a change but change … Read More
What to do when you had a bad day at work
It was one of those days. One of those days when I left work I was just done. One of those days that left me feeling drained and exhausted. All said and done, this bad work day is nothing more than a series of less-than-ideal experiences. My life is neither better nor worse for a bad day at work. But … Read More
When to give up (and when not to)
I’m ready to give up. I started my business 7 months ago. It was my big bold career move- to follow my dream, to start my own business, to be an entrepreneur. Since starting my business I’ve failed. A lot. A few weeks ago I thought long and hard about giving up. Let’s be real, giving up would make my life so … Read More
How to love a job you hate
The feeling of dread rises up every Sunday night. Tomorrow is Monday morning, and tomorrow you have to go back to the job you hate. Walking in the door every morning is defeating. You’re overworked and unappreciated, or you’re bored and ignored. You leave work feeling drained and its all you can do to fall into bed at the end … Read More
How to be authentic in business
If you want to be promoted, be authentic. If you want to grow your business, be authentic. If you want to be respected, be authentic. If you want to stand out in business, be authentic. Authenticity is an attribute that isn’t often mentioned when it comes to professional development, yet it’s a major factor in business success. Why? Because we … Read More
I’m a failure
Four months ago I launched my full-time coaching business and I failed. Yep, you heard it here first, I’m a failure. I’ve failed many times in many ways. Now if you’re thinking this is some motivational post where I’m going to tell you how failing is awesome, well, I’m sorry, you’re wrong. Failing is not awesome. It sucks. It sucks hard. … Read More
9 reasons to believe in yourself
I was frustrated. I was stuck. And I felt like a failure. That was me, just this morning, …and maybe the last few days, too. I happen to believe getting stuck every now and again is a good thing, because getting stuck is part of the process of growth, change, and improvement. I get stuck so I can get unstuck. … Read More
Stop living for your dreams and live for today
Dare to dream big. Follow your dreams. Never stop reaching for your dreams. Screw that! Aren’t you tired of being screwed over by your dreams? Wait- what?! Yes, here I am, an inspirational writer and speaker telling you your dreams are screwing up your life. Let me explain. I believe in the power of dreams. Dreams give us hope. Dreams provide … Read More
How to have a happy and healthy holiday season
The holidays are both a wonderful and awful time of the year. There are celebrations and joy but also struggle and stress. The holiday hustle and bustle is no joke and it leaves many of us overextended, exhausted, and depressed. Why not get a jump start on your goals for next year? Make healthy goals to get you through the … Read More