Upon receiving a “God Bless You” wish, I thought “He always does.” Those of you who know me well, know that I’m not a particularly religious person. I do, however, believe that a higher power exists. I’m just less certain … Continued
If you’re reading this blog post, your genuine care and concern for the welfare of others is the hallmark of your existence. But that’s only part of the equation, your care and concern alone will not produce results. An easy … Continued
How do struggles impact your confidence? It depends on a number of factors including the magnitude of the struggle, your mindset and your desire. Let’s take a closer look at each of these. Magnitude There are some struggles that are … Continued
Patience was never one of my strong suits, but as I’ve become more confident I find that I can be more patient with less effort. More patient at what? I find that it’s easier for me to be patient with … Continued
The vast majority of us are committed to enriching the lives of others, yet we overlook candor’s role in that service. Human nature Most people abhor confrontation. It feels awkward and uncomfortable to us. We fear that being candid could … Continued
My curiosity about the impact expectations have on results was triggered by Mary Kutheis’ Minute Shift message on realistic expectations for Thanksgiving dinner. Mary is a dear friend who does exceptional work in her role as executive coach and confidant. … Continued
During the NFL playoff game between the Houston Texans and Buffalo Bills, I witnessed JJ Watt, the Houston defensive end, engage all three, energy, the law of attraction and action to help his team come from behind to win the … Continued
For the vast majority of people confidence is counterintuitive…contrary to their human nature. Yes, each of us is confident in some aspects of our lives. We’re confident in areas in which we have natural ability or significant familiarity. But in … Continued
Is there a link between trust and judgement? If so, what is it and how can we use it to benefit both ourselves and those with whom we interact? Background These questions came to mind as a result of an … Continued
Is the desire for recognition more prevalent among women than men? Before I answer this question, let’s take a look at what precipitated the question. Background I was having dinner with a woman friend who expressed frustration at having her … Continued