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Please don’t pretend to care

Feb 3, 2015

Some of you may know that I come from primarily British (okay, and Cornish and Irish) heritage. So it’s no surprise that I love to brandish an occasional quote from whip smart, witty historic figures like Winston Churchill.  Here is one of his gems that I find...

Ridding yourself of toxic habits and energy zappers

Jan 14, 2015

Looking for a ridiculously simple exercise that can help you see big results from a few small changes? This could be it! How do I know this? I have proof. When facilitating my workshops, I’m frequently and pleasantly surprised by the positive, if not giddy...

Reasons I’m ditching the Expert mindset

Dec 12, 2014

I made a decision recently. Despite counsel to the contrary from smart and successful colleagues, mentors and coaches who I respect very much, I’m going to stop referring to myself as an Expert. Why? Because it just doesn’t feel right. In fact, it feels...

There’s impact every time you connect

Dec 3, 2014

I see it hanging on my kitchen wall everyday: my favorite quote of all time. I know it by heart. “Every experience God gives us; every person He puts into our lives is the perfect preparation for the future that only He can see.” – Corrie ten Boom If...

10 Tips for Reconnecting

Nov 11, 2014

True story. The other day I was trying to reach a colleague and became extremely frustrated. He had put gate after gate, barrier after barrier, limitation after limitation between us. Possibly in an effort to limit distractions and focus his time on an important...

Listen in on this conversation – and tell me about yours

Nov 10, 2014

In this season of gratitude, giving, harvest, and holidays I have a little gift to share with you – and a small, but important favor to ask of you: The gift: Listen in on a conversation I had recently with Tim Muma of LocalJobNetwork.com. You might glean some...