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Everything is About to Change
By now, I’m sure you’ve seen a gazillion headlines about ChatGPT and that it will reshape entire industries. Some writers I know are worried it’s going to put us out of business. Surprisingly, I’m excited about the tool. No, I’m not using it to write content. But I...
What’s your letter of the year?
Many writers and leadership coaches I follow talk about selecting “one word” to set intentions and goals for the upcoming year. I’ve tried but never landed on the “right word.” Last week in a virtual networking session, another attendee shared an approach I’d never...
The value of getting curious
It's been a hot, dry summer and seeing lush, vibrant green grass is refreshing. While a welcome relief, it nearly sent me to the emergency room. Bella and I ventured out for a walk in the woods. When we reached this patch of grass, she bucked violently and without...
Focused Leadership
This is a pretty accurate depiction of my "look" when "Focus" my #2 CliftonStrength is in overdrive. Eyes laser focused, neck tensed, shoulders hunched, intent on the task ahead. It's a key strength for me as both a business owner and team member who takes...
Wear the Buckle
In 2019, I won this beautiful championship buckle. It was the first (and only so far) trophy buckle I've won. It sits on my dresser so I can see it, but I never wear it. I cherish the hard work it represents. Yet, I hadn't given myself permission to wear it and...
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
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 association's emergency relief fund for...
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 by...
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...