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Perspectives and Having an Open Mind
Last month, I had a conversation with someone who I highly respect. He raised a very interesting question. He asked, “What are your thoughts about people who kick puppies?” My immediate reaction and response was that I can’t respect anyone or even understand why someone would kick a puppy. Morally and ethically I believe it […]
Reflections From Completing a Charity Ride
On Saturday, September 21st, I took on a challenge, letting go of any limiting beliefs. I took to the streets in Massachusetts during a rainstorm to cycle 25 miles for a fundraiser that provides kids in local communities with opportunities for mentorship, growth, and development. If you’re reading this, you probably know of my passion […]
Coaching…What is it?
What do you think of when you hear the word coach? Some people think of a sports coach and may have fond memories if they played sports at some point in their life and had a coach who helped them become a stronger athlete or team player, for example. Similar to having a sports coach […]
Situational Approaches to Leading
Leading is not always straight forward. There are many different approaches a leader needs to use to be effective. As a coach, I’m naturally curious and look to empower my clients to step into the challenge of identifying what’s right for them by coming up with their own answers or solutions. A lot of this […]
Commit to Not Always Knowing
I have the honor and privilege of partnering with and supporting leaders at all levels as well as with leadership groups and teams. One of my favorite questions to ask when working with leaders is “How many of you feel you have to have all the answers?”. I am always amazed at the number of […]
Trust Takes Intention to Build or Re-Build
In my work, I often come across teams, organizations, and other relationships where there is a need to develop or re-build broken trust. What do you imagine is difficult about creating and maintaining trust in relationships? Just recently, I had a conversation with a client who said they are entering a new relationship where they […]
Who Drives the Culture in your Organization?
As an experienced HR Professional and an executive coach who supports HR professionals, leaders, and organizations to focus on and enhance their culture, I often hear questions including: “Is it the role of HR to create the organization’s culture?” “Shouldn’t it be the job of the CEO to create the organization’s culture?” “What is culture?” […]