Unconscious Permission When we dream big, take bold action, act courageously, stretch ourselves, and shine brightly – we unconsciously give others permission to do the same. However, if we do these same things without love, without seeing the amazing in others, then we are saying that this is only for special people like me and […]
You choose the movies of your life
April 13, 2018 by Leave a Comment
It is not about the words
March 27, 2018 by Leave a Comment
It is not about the words Sure, words matter. And, the energy and mindset behind the words communicate far more than the actual words. For example, if I say some encouraging words like “we can do this” but I am coming from “people are idiots and they need to be managed or else they will […]
Tours of meaning
February 28, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Tours of meaning In Shawn Achor’s new book, Big Potential, he tells the story of how he was doing a training with the White House staff towards the end of the Obama Administration. The staff members were burned out, tired, and facing the uncertainty of what comes next because the new President (regardless of who […]
Honoring our parents
February 27, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Honoring our parents I had an aha this morning that made my head spin. I’ve long since come to terms with the fact that my parents were always doing the best that they knew how to do, and I have forgiven them (for their shortcomings, mistakes, and the like). I’m also very clear that even […]
The counter intent of busyness
February 20, 2018 by Leave a Comment
The counter intent of busyness Often times people want to do better, get better results, grow their businesses etc. – but, they also have a story like ~ I’m already at capacity. Or, I’m already working too hard. Or, I’m tired. Or, I don’t want to lose my freedom. . . When this happens, counter-intent […]
The promise of spring
February 18, 2018 by Leave a Comment
From or for
February 1, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Genuine curiosity
January 17, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Genuine curiosity I was part of a discussion today about how to stay top-of-mind with your clients and prospects. Then I had a flashback to a comic I saw a long time ago. The seasoned sales man was mentoring the new guy. He said, “the secret to sales is to be genuinely curious about your […]
Celebrating wins and progress
December 17, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Celebrating wins and progress It is so important to celebrate progress – even the little things! My mom had a stroke a little over 4 weeks ago. Last week in physical therapy, she walked 90 feet with only a little assistance. The week before that, she couldn’t move her right leg. So, that is a […]
