Can you see yourself on the same level as those you consider “at the top” of your game? If you do, you’ll participate as if it’s the ninth inning and the game is close. The intensity and passion you will summon will be different than if you perceive yourself winning or losing by a lot. Many times, when you’re at the top of your game, you can get relaxed, take…
I’ve said it before, discomfort = pain. In place of learning new things, it’s easy to get comfortable and embrace the status quo. True progress isn’t born from complacency; it thrives when we’re in harmony with our aspirations and our challenges. Growth, in its purest form, is a dynamic journey that demands we step outside our comfort zones. When we start feeling comfortable, it’s often a warning sign that we’re settling for the ordinary. Harmony, on the other hand, is…
On the wall above my desk I have a question to focus my attention and remind me of what’s important. Some days, I’m very present to it and it guides my thinking and actions. Other days, I seem to be oblivious to it…until something causes me to “see” it again and refocus. It works 100% of the time and I rely upon it because some days I am simply not my best. Call…
During my many years in business, I’ve learned something that may seem counterintuitive at first: structure is the key to freedom and creativity. When everything’s in order, it’s as if your mind can finally take a deep breath. You know that peaceful, clear feeling, right? But let’s face it, without structure, chaos can take over – it’s like trying to write a symphony with a broken piano. I’ve realized that simplicity…
Have you ever said something that made a great difference for another person and to you it was commonplace? It’s interesting when it occurs because it’s clearly a blind spot. It’s an awareness you’ve normalized and taken as fact which for others is a profound insight at that moment. It’s a terrific gift when someone points it out. Please don’t dismiss it. When the extraordinary becomes commonplace, it means you’ve grown your way through…
Are you a fixer? I am and have been. In my life I’ve looked at people, situations, teams, my work, and my relationships as problems to be solved. Guess what? As long as that’s how I approach what’s happening, everything is a problem waiting to be solved. This is great for my ego, my identity, and sense of capability to believe I can solve, help, or change things…
Time is our greatest currency. As a coach, my time is my inventory. Taking the time to understand how many days I’ll work with clients, build my business, do administrative tasks, and ideate is critical to clarify what I say yes and no to. Equally important is knowing how I spend my time outside of work. Taking the time to define priorities with family, friends, rest, health, home,…
What are the current habits inhibiting your future progress? Often, to affect change, we consider what new habits we need; the opportunity of learning what someone else has done to become better, more thoughtful, and effective. Too often, we don’t consider what’s in the way. How our current thinking, communication, and behavior limits the opportunities and creates exactly what we have. As you consider your next change, ask a…
Timing is key. When you wait for the perfect moment, it can lead to missed opportunities and regret. Being proactive puts you ahead, allowing for adaptability and learning. It fuels innovation and a forward-thinking mindset, pushing you to explore new paths. Some would say caution is necessary, and rushing can be reckless. Yet with a calculated and informed approach, early action becomes a catalyst for progress. When you adopt the mindset of “act sooner,…
The questions you ask yourself hold incredible power. We grow in the direction of our most frequently asked questions. Being “stuck” is a result of the questions you’re asking. When you reflect on your experiences, you’ll notice how certain questions have led to profound changes in your life. Learning to ask better questions is the key to getting unstuck and moving forward. When you’re feeling stuck consider these examples to help you reframe…