As we wrap up the year -- and many of us hit the road over the holidays -- I thought I’d share three of my favorite podcasts from 2017. Each podcast connects to the theme of resiliency I’ve highlighted in recent blogs. Each inspired me, educated me, and entertained me. I hope they do the same for you as you work to put a solid “!” on the year.
Read MoreOf the top 10 companies in the Fortune 500, only one was built from scratch by the individual still leading that company today. The company is Berkshire Hathaway, and the individual is the legendary investor Warren Buffett. I've long been fascinated by the 'Oracle of Omaha,' and in this blog I share three essential lessons gleaned from a recent documentary on Buffett -- as well as a few nuggets from his well-circulated annual letter to shareholders.
Read MoreEarlier this year I planned on writing a blog about hitting the wall, sharing three techniques that helped me get over my wall. After reading a recent New York Times article, I was moved to GSD with that blog. Whether you're hitting the wall -- or simply facing a situation that's impacting your ability to GSD -- I hope you'll find this helpful in getting back on track.
Read MoreLast month I traveled to Thailand, spending a week building a home via Habitat for Humanity, a new volunteer experience for me. “How was it?” clients and friends are asking. “How did it compare to what you expected?” I answer both questions - and more - in this blog.
Read MoreTwo of my favorite words are, "me, too." They create a connection by establishing trust and conveying empathy. They are also great at helping someone who's stuck get unstuck. A proven technique I suggest to clients -- and to anyone looking to back "into the flow" -- is being intentional about using "me, too," along with two other powerful phrases to help you become more present and focused.
Read MoreI recently experienced a weekend workshop at the acclaimed Esalen Institute. The workshop was, "How We Change and Why We Don't: The Art and Science of Transformation." Because my coaching work is focused on using the principles of GSD to achieve transformation, the workshop was incredible -- until the last hour when the instructor announced, "We're heading to the art barn."
Read MoreYour ability to GSD is inversely proportional to feeling overwhelmed. When you’re over extended it’s important to remember that you truly only control two things: the actions you take, and the attitude you show up with. In this blog I share one of my favorite techniques for refocusing on what you can control. Plus, you’ll find a great quote from Matt Damon’s character in The Martian on the importance of acceptance in order to move forward.
Read MoreSome days, when we have a lot of fuel in the tank, GSD is a breeze. Other days, it’s tough, a real grind. That’s when just the right comment can make a big difference - to remind us that we’ve got the energy it takes, the skills to crush it, and the time to do our fair share for something larger. When momentum slows, I often dip into a collection of my favorite quotes to add fuel to my tank. In my first blog of 2017 you'll find 13 inspiring gems.
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