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How is Coaching Different From Similar Disciplines?
Read more: How is Coaching Different From Similar Disciplines?You need some help getting unstuck so you can reach your professional or business goals… so where do you turn? When it comes to professional development and support, there are four main disciplines to consider: coaching, therapy/counseling, mentoring, and consulting. Each of these approaches varies in focus, whether they’re problem-solving or solution-oriented, and whether they believe the client already has the answers or needs guidance. Understanding the differences between them can help you determine which one is best suited for your current needs and stage of growth. Coaching is a variable-length, creative partnership of equals, focused on the present and…
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Embracing the Wind
Read more: Embracing the WindDo you ever find yourself exhausting all your energy just to stand still? During a recent walk along the beach while a thunderstorm was brewing, I was watching a flock of gulls caught in the gale’s fury, flapping furiously just to hover in place. As I stood there with all that raw energy crackling in the air and the sand whipping around my feet, I couldn’t help but see a reflection of my own struggles in the birds’ futile efforts. It was as though we were both exhausting ourselves against unyielding forces. But then, something wonderful happened. A single gull…
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Engineering a Greener Tomorrow
Read more: Engineering a Greener TomorrowHow often do you wonder about the legacy your leadership will leave, not just in terms of business success, but its impact on the entire planet? Thinking about Earth Day on the horizon next week, how do you lead your teams and projects in a manner that not only achieves technological advancement but also champions environmental sustainability? And how can you ingrain a dual focus on innovation and resource efficiency into the very culture of your organization? Sustainability in leadership transcends the adoption of green policies or the occasional environmental initiative. Shifting your perspective to view every business decision through…
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Transforming Toxicity to Trust
Read more: Transforming Toxicity to TrustYears ago, I was on a team that was the epitome of distrust. Ideas were stolen, credit was rarely given, and every meeting was a battlefield where information was taken out of context and used to demonize others. I remember constantly feeling on edge, wondering who would be thrown under the bus next, and more focused on defending myself than on my actual work. It was exhausting and demoralizing, bruising my sense of self-worth and deeply affecting the quality and quantity of my output. Have you ever worked in a similar environment? If so, you know it’s a tough spot…
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Under Pressure: Real Talk for National Stress Awareness Month
Read more: Under Pressure: Real Talk for National Stress Awareness MonthYou’re neck-deep in the chaos that defines leading in today’s world. Deadlines are not just suggestions; they’re the law of the land. Your team’s feeling the crunch, and so are you. The world outside the office? It’s not waiting patiently. It’s tossing in a few extra curveballs like war, economic uncertainty, and the stripping of civil rights, just for fun. And just when you think you’ve maxed out on challenges, the rumor mill starts churning out whispers of layoffs and downsizing again. It’s the reality of leadership today — unrelenting, unpredictable, and unapologetically stressful. But here’s the thing, how you…
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Decluttering Your Mental Workspace
Read more: Decluttering Your Mental WorkspaceHave you ever noticed how unfinished tasks seem to take up a permanent residence in your head, popping up at the most inconvenient times? It’s like your brain refuses to let go until you’ve ticked that task off your todo list. Welcome to the world of the Zeigarnik Effect, a mental phenomenon that, once mastered, can revolutionize your productivity and creativity. But how exactly does it work, and what can you do to harness its power? The Zeigarnik Effect taps into a fundamental aspect of human psychology: our innate desire for completion. Psychologist Bluma Zeigarnik first observed this phenomenon in…
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