The Art and Heart of Giving Constructive Feedback

As a leader, there are few elements of the job that are more challenging than delivering the message to one of your employees that there is a need for improved performance. Some leaders avoid it altogether, or delegate it to someone else. It’s not easy, I get it. But it is a HUGE part of…

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How to Transform Your Fear Into Your Fuel

Have you ever found yourself burdened down by a fear of rejection or criticism? In fact, this fear is so deep-seated that it has become a barrier in your life, keeping you from taking risks, chasing your dreams, or even something as simple as saying hello to a stranger on the street? I’ve been there.…

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Osmosis or Intent? What is Your Leadership Development Strategy?

Prior to starting my own coaching business several years ago, I spent 3 decades in the retail industry, working as an Officer/Executive for several well-known companies. Throughout that time, I was privileged to be mentored by many terrific bosses who recognized potential in me that I didn’t always see in myself. They were, as one…

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Your Year-End Leadership Checklist

I’ve had several inquiries about my ‘rabbit hole’ experience- where I checked out for a couple of weeks for deep self-reflection and forward planning, and to also spend time with family over the holiday season. Many of the questions came around the structure of such a review exercise. To be transparent, I continue to morph…

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