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Positivity can transform your leadership. Here’s how. |
They say that to a carpenter, at times, everything is a nail. I recently completed a certification in Applied Positive Psychology, which may be why I now see how much we all need a bit more self-care, positivity, and resilience »
Conflict is good – five ways to make it even better! |
From the moment we wake up, we can be – and often are – in conflict with others. With our family members over how the day will go, with team members about the best next step on a project, with »
How to bring that summer vibe back to the job |
As many of you may have noticed, we’ve been shut down and enjoying ourselves for the past month. We try hard to practice what we preach, and we therefore schedule time for rest, relaxation, rejuvenation, and re-inspiration. That’s our August. »
5 simple steps to lead more effectively |
If only it were that easy to lead, that we could break it down into five simple steps. The world is much more complex. People are complicated; situations are multi-layered; and options abound. If only it were that simple. In »
It’s one of the hardest things to say but the best leaders say it |
I see it with my clients. I see it with my colleagues. I see it in myself. It’s damn hard to admit when we don’t know something. Somewhere along the line, we came to believe that being a leader meant »
Why pausing is such an important leadership skill, and how to do it |
As an Executive Coach, I get to work with many powerful, successful leaders, and many of them have a habit that’s getting in their way. They’re reacting too quickly, and not reacting Thoughtfully. Their colleagues will say: “I ask him »