Optimism A Positively Essential Business Skill

Optimism A Positively Essential Business Skill

If life could be graded, Anthony would give his an F. His work has been really stressful lately, his closest colleague has just left the company, he was transferred to another department, and he hates himself for the extra 50 pounds he’s carrying.   Anthony feels...
Maintaining Balance Is An Inside Job

Maintaining Balance Is An Inside Job

If trying to maintain balance in your life makes you sometimes feel like Terrifico, the Terrified Tightrope Walker in the Circus of Life, working without a net while the crowd below holds their breath in anticipation of a slip, you’re not alone. These days almost all...
Creating What You Want In Life

Creating What You Want In Life

We all wish to live the life we really want. If that’s the case, why does it seem that so few of us actually do? Creating the life we want should be easy, but for many reasons it isn’t. Sometimes we’re too busy working, paying bills or picking up...
Effective Listening For Leaders

Effective Listening For Leaders

With organizations and individuals so fervently focused on the bottom line, it’s easy to ignore “softer” goals, such as listening well. All that touchy-feeling stuff is a waste of my time, you might say or think.   On the contrary! A focus on listening can lead...
Designing the Alliance—Empower All of Your Relationships

Designing the Alliance—Empower All of Your Relationships

Zoe is happy that Suki sends business her way, but it annoys her when Suki waits until the last minute to give her the work, causing Zoe to have to scramble to get it done in less time than has been promised.   Tom and Sarah have recently begun living together....
Have You Looked In The Mirror Lately?

Have You Looked In The Mirror Lately?

Let’s discuss the good, the bad and ugly behind our thoughts. Brenda Williams, your host and Certified Professional Coach, talks about the importance of thought awareness to help us realize and achieve our fullest potential.

Conflict Can Be a Creative Force

Conflict Can Be a Creative Force

Conflict is as natural to the human experience as thunderstorms are to springtime. When left unchecked, conflict can generate heat and discomfort, disrupt interactions and destroy relationships. Between a couple, discord can lead to divorce. Between countries,...
This Week I am Stepping Out on a Limb…

This Week I am Stepping Out on a Limb…

This week I am going to step out on a limb and be completely open and authentic with you.  I’m going to share my personal story about a family member who is always negative. Have you ever had someone in your life that is always complaining about something?  How does...