Reducing your forward momentum is the first step to freeing yourself from the beliefs, habits, feelings and busyness that may be limiting you. ~ Peter Bregman
We start each day knowing we're not going to get everything done. Every year, we reflect on our progress and wonder where the time went. Why … [Read more...] about Self-Management:
Do the Right Things
content for coaches
Self-Management:
The 2nd Half of Your Career:
“Has Anyone Seen My Passion?”
“We hear a great deal of talk about the midlife crisis of the executive. It is mostly boredom.” ~ Peter Drucker, management expert
At some point in your career, you may sense a creeping malaise. You’re no longer enthusiastic about the day ahead. Perhaps you’re experiencing a mid-career crisis—the … [Read more...] about The 2nd Half of Your Career:
“Has Anyone Seen My Passion?”
Leadership Resilience: The Art of Bouncing Back
“Some of the most important and insightful learning is far more likely to come from failures than from success.” ~ Former Procter & Gamble CEO A.G. Lafley, interviewed in Harvard Business Review (April 2011) How we respond to failures and bounce back from our mistakes can make or break our … [Read more...] about Leadership Resilience: The Art of Bouncing Back
Drive: What Really Motivates Us
I love animated videos. Here's one with a message about motivation, from Dan Pink's wonderful book Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us. The animator is RSAnimate, and it's fascinating to watch. If you're an executive coach and need content on this topic for your e-newsletter … [Read more...] about Drive: What Really Motivates Us
The Lure of Procrastination: 6 Things to Ignore
Given the results of procrastination – hurried work, mistakes, stress, missed deadlines – it's a wonder why anyone would put off what can be done right away. And yet who doesn't let projects slide, especially ones we don't like doing? If you find yourself procrastinating on a task, try thinking of … [Read more...] about The Lure of Procrastination: 6 Things to Ignore
Finding True Meaning in Life
When you discover your mission, you will feel its demand. It will fill you with enthusiasm and a burning desire to get to work on it. ~ W. Clement Stone Does your life have a clear sense of purpose? Most people have a fundamental need to seek and find their calling in life, be it through work, … [Read more...] about Finding True Meaning in Life
The Business Case for Positivity
What good are positive emotions in the workplace? As scientists study the brain and learn more about how we achieve optimal functioning, the term positivity has finally captured business leaders’ interests. One study of CEOs showed that training to be more positive could boost their productivity … [Read more...] about The Business Case for Positivity
The Progress Paradox: Doing Better, Feeling Worse
As a society, we’re achieving more yet feeling worse. Even when well paid, we’re dissatisfied. Most of us accomplish plenty but lack feelings of well-being. While every metric of society is improving worldwide, our happiness levels are declining — and the more we have and achieve, the less … [Read more...] about The Progress Paradox: Doing Better, Feeling Worse
Are You Bored—or Boring? The Brain Science Behind Boredom at Work
It’s no wonder that so many people count themselves among the zombies who show up for work each day. When two-thirds of people report feeling tired or bored at work, it’s time to ask why—and what can be done. If you feel as though you’re going through the motions, without experiencing any real joy … [Read more...] about Are You Bored—or Boring? The Brain Science Behind Boredom at Work
Managing for Peak Performance: 5 Key Steps
Most managers want their people to achieve excellence at work. We really can’t ask for more. In fact, peak performance can be defined as a combination of: Excellence Consistency Ongoing improvement How can managers bring out the best in their people? To achieve peak performance, each … [Read more...] about Managing for Peak Performance: 5 Key Steps