Crash and Burn

Crash and Burn

What happened the last time you decided on a course of action and took 180-degree turn at the last second? Last week a near collision with a wall was a stark reminder. I clearly asked my horse for an advanced maneuver, and she was listening, poised to respond. At the...
Say goodbye to never ever

Say goodbye to never ever

I’ve been thinking about the things I’ve claimed “I’d never, ever do.” I was NEVER EVER going to work on another grant. Last year, a group I belong to asked for help writing a grant. The result, a $30,000 award to support the...
Herd Lessons

Herd Lessons

In western Colorado, Mustangs are being used to help people enhance their skills in the workplace. If you’re a fan of roller coasters, drive to the Colorado National Monument. A narrow road, barely wide enough for two cars, follows zigzagging switchbacks flanked...
How Coaching Changes Workplace Interactions

How Coaching Changes Workplace Interactions

Businesses know the value of hiring external coaches for aspiring leaders, struggling staff members and developing professionals. And they are willing to pay for it: Coaching is a $2.85 billion industry, according to a recent survey by the International Coaching...