3 unexpected lessons from my Achilles rupture
As an executive coach to leaders across the spectrum, I offer tools and resources on just about any issue. But who knew how soon I’d have to lean into some of those very tools myself. It was supposed to be a relaxing few days to explore Coeur d’Alene, Idaho with our son and his […]
The wisdom and science of joy
The Coach’s Corner Newsletter #109 As the world spins with events that are hard to keep up with, finding joy as you scroll through news flashes, endure polarizing conversations or experience feelings of helplessness is no easy feat. But maybe it’s in the throes of these times where you’ll discover joy. Writing in Psychology Today, […]
Are you open to feedback?
The Coach’s Corner Newsletter #78 Have you noticed that when you’re growing, creating or moving up the ladder you’re actually eager to get feedback? How is this message coming across? What did you think of the presentation I delivered? How does this color look on the wall? But after you’ve painted the room or published […]
Rebounding after a failure
The Coach’s Corner Newsletter #75 I had the privilege of raising three sons who played team sports throughout school, college and now in adulthood. Describing them as competitive is an understatement. While each likes to highlight their amazing wins, they also recognize when they’ve literally dropped the ball. One of them gets hurt, or misses […]
When life looks bleak
The Coach’s Corner Newsletter #68 Was it the super moon? The start of a new fiscal year? School beginning? A contentious political climate? It seems like a lot of us are on edge in so many spheres of life and work. On these days when you may be trying to broker a deal, be the […]
When there’s no roadmap
The Coach’s Corner Newsletter #63 Every day we experience events that create learning opportunities. Sometimes it’s the season of your life or work: a new fiscal year, the end of summer and school starting, a milestone birthday. Sometimes it’s an event that rocks your world: a health diagnosis, the death of a loved one, the […]
What’s the plan?
The Coach’s Corner Newsletter #20 Having a plan – or not having one – is front and center in the news this week. People are looking for a plan as they fear what’s next in the Israel-Hamas war. Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are curious how new House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana, can […]
Simone Biles’ choice to pause pays off
When Simone Biles chalked up a record 8th all-around title at the U.S. Gymnastics Championships on Sunday – after coming back to competitive gymnastics just 3 weeks ago – she reminded everyone why she is the greatest of all time. As she clinched the title with a flawless floor routine, resulting in a standing ovation […]