What’s the reading on your resistance meter?
"Mia, you've assembled an excellent list of options," said her boss. "Based on what you've told me, I don't have any other suggestions to offer. I do have a question though, why are you still gathering options?" "Because I want everything to be just right and thought...
You don’t need a job to be a somebody
"And now, well...I'm just a nobody." Tears welled up in her eyes as a coaching client uttered those sad words. As with so many business people, her personal identity had been inextricably linked to her job (including yours truly). When the title and power were gone,...
Will’s 7 ways to keep innovation alive
In a past life, I had the honor of working on a special project team that was responsible for executing a company-wide initiative. Will, the team leader, was an extraordinary gentleman who knew his stuff. He knew leadership, too. Will had assembled an eclectic...
When “pretty” isn’t a compliment–a story of resilience
Rachel had made one of her dreams come true. She had spread her writing wings and created a blog. She added a new post almost every day. She was thrilled to have an outlet to share her views on networking. After a few months had passed, she had gained a large group...
How Amy got her BIG on
As far back as I can remember I've been goal driven. I worked my way through college holding down two jobs. I completed my degree graduating Magna Cum Laude. I won a full scholarship to pursue my masters degree. I completed that degree Summa Cum Laude while still...
Lessons in thinking BIG from Aunt Polly
I’d grown up seeing my dad work hard. He was a man’s man, a successful manager, and no stranger to long hours. As a small child, I remember balmy summer evenings when my mom, little sis and I would sit in chairs on the front lawn, watching the stars and...
