For any successful leader, forgiveness is a vital virtue. Amid the relentless pursuit of excellence across diverse roles, the truth is evident: we can’t do it all, all the time. Moments arise when our aspirations surpass the constraints of time and energy. While successes abound, sometimes we must make sacrifices to accomplish all we do. Self-forgiveness, especially for irreparable instances,…
We’ve all been there. Those moments when feedback slams into us like a surprise wave, leaving us drenched in uncertainty and self-doubt. I’ve encountered this feeling myself, and over time have developed practices to help me stay confident while also remaining open to the feedback offered. Receiving feedback isn’t always easy, yet I find having practices to utilize always helps.…
It seems like we’ve skewed toward convenience and comfort, yet I remain hesitant to bid farewell to excellence. Rather than plunging completely into the “good enough” stream, I find it worthwhile to pause and consider its impact. Undeniably, the allure of swift accomplishments is appealing. Still, I’m cautious about fully embracing a good enough is good enough mindset. It’s like…
If you know me, you know I’m an advocate of journaling. So much so that my coaching programs of years past had journaling as a requirement! Yes, really. Now I know what you’re thinking, “yeah, I’ve heard this before, but I just don’t have the time.” Well, it’s time to make the time. Journaling is your secret weapon to help…
In our overfull lives, managing our time wisely is crucial to feeling successful. This begins with optimizing your calendar. Let’s explore five essential tips extracted from our Intentional Greatness® Podcast episode 135, on simplifying your calendar and boosting productivity. Three questions to consider: By mastering your calendar and aligning it with your priorities, you can supercharge your productivity and pave the…
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…
Because trust is the foundation of any successful relationship, you can never learn too much about it. Building trust requires consistency with your effort and intentions. Here’s part two of yesterday’s blog, let’s get practicing! By incorporating these 11 practices into your daily life, you’ll create a trusting environment, deepening your connections, leading to more fulfilling relationships. Remember, trust is…
Trust is the foundation of any successful relationship. Building trust requires consistency with your effort and intentions. It’s something we rarely think about, yet it’s foundational to every experience we have. To live life more gracefully, we need to practice more intentionally. Here are 11 powerful ways to demonstrate trust every day: To create a trusting environment and deepen your…
Life is full of surprises, and most times, things don’t go as planned. How do we find resilience when we’re attached to the plan and it’s not happening as we’d like? Try this simple approach using two key questions: “So what? Now what?” “So What?” asks that we don’t let the changes or setbacks define who we are or what’s…
You know someone understands you when they send a short meme and it changes your outlook, attitude, and you feel seen. It’s even better when you laugh, the message is spot on, and you also feel it’s significance in the moment. Jessica Peshek did that for me last week with this meme. Thank you, friend. This one will stick for…