4 Creative Ways of Resolving Conflict

What makes a story great? The conflict! There is an obstacle, tension, trial – something that must be overcome. It’s the process, including the twists and turns that makes a story gripping. That’s why the best books, TV shows, or movies revolve around a conflict. Here’s an amusing example from The Office of conflict, although…

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BREAK THROUGH!

What if you could BREAK THROUGH and get the results you’re after personally and/or professionally PLUS, enjoy peace and joy in your life? It’s possible! SIGN UP HERE! Sometimes you don’t even know what needs to change or how to go about making those changes to get where you want to be. That’s what BREAK…

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Strong Leadership – It Takes Three!

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Curious about what makes for strong leadership…stick with me! During the Today Show this morning, they were discussing the #sponCon wedding contest that Hotels.com has going right now. The prize: a free honeymoon. That sounds amazing, but wait until you hear the rest of it! In order to qualify for the drawing to win that…

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4 Tips to Banishing Burnout

Burnout is a very real possibility, and not just for those Type A folks that are predisposed to being ambitious and driven. Burnout happens to all personality types. It’s a sign of unmet needs, which leads to striving, doing life backwards, or letting your Fear Monster run the show. While blaming might make you feel…

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7 Tips To Help You Survive Renovating Your Life

Getting where you want to be doesn’t just happen. It takes time and learning new skills and habits that benefit you personally and professionally is rarely a neat and tidy process. It’s often frustrating and full of surprises. At times it feels like it’s a never ending process. You may wonder if you will ever…

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Coaching: Give Yourself the Advantage

Coaching isn’t for under-performers, although coaching certainly wouldn’t hurt. Coaching is for those that are eager to maximize their performance personally and/or professionally. Those willing to do the work necessary to excel at life and work. Athletes that participate in the Olympics are among the most talented in the world. They are determined to perform…

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6 Reasons to Face the Delegating Dilemma

I feel certain that my first words as a baby were “I can do it myself.” Never mind the endearing “Mom” or “Dad” that delights and tickles most new parents! If I didn’t actually speak it, I was thinking it. My independent nature was evident from the start! There are some perks to being independent.…

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What Are Your Reflexes Revealing About You?

You have donned the backless gown. Now you are sitting there with your legs dangling over the side of the examination table, feeling very vulnerable. The doctor pokes, prods, and then takes out the reflex hammer and whacks you a good one on your knee. Seconds later it is over and the doctor has moved…

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4 Sure Fire Ways Leaders Shoot Themselves in the Foot

Regardless of your leadership role, successful communication is a necessary factor in your success. I am not talking about that ability to capture the attention of a crowd, convey vision, or inspire others, although these are wonderful leadership skills. I’m talking about the way you communicate with people in your personal interactions. Communication can nurture…

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Give Yourself Permission – What Are You Waiting For?

She’s full of spunk and determination. She wants what she wants, and she communicates her desires with gusto as she points her sweet chubby little finger. (You may remember me mentioning her confidence here.) Still lacking the words to communicate her desires verbally, her points are frequently misunderstood. She adores Grammy’s house; unlike her own…

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