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The words you use — out loud or in your head — aren’t just random thoughts floating by. They shape your body, your brain, and your ability to notice opportunities. This is why positive language matters more than you think You might try “being nice” to yourself and plastering affirmations all over your fridge to…
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Setting and Achieving Goals for Personal Success Achieving personal success requires more than just dreams; it requires setting meaningful goals and consistently working towards them. Goal setting is a powerful tool for creating the life you envision, but it’s essential to align these goals with your values and long-term vision for holistic growth. Here, we’ll…
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I was in Destin with two of my best friends for the last week. It’s always incredible to be in their presence and being with them on a beautiful white sand beach with crystal clear turquoise water is a bonus. I drove home from Destin yesterday feeling restored by our time together. After about 2 days with…
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In the ever-evolving landscape of community banking, there’s a question that often lingers in the minds of many: What does the community owe us? This question, however, is a trap. It’s grounded in a mindset of scarcity and entitlement, and the truth is, the world isn’t listening. The more we focus on this question, the…
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This is one of those gut punch kind of topics—one that doesn’t get talked about enough. What do you do when you don’t trust your partner? Not when you feel annoyed with them, not when you have a little miscommunication, but when your gut says something’s not right, and then your experience confirms it. Now,…
TL:DR Generally speaking, coaches don’t need ICF accreditation. Coaching isn’t regulated, clients rarely ask, and marketing matters more. However, if targeting corporate or executive clients, ICF credentials (ACC, PCC, MCC) can boost credibility with HR departments. Invest in training because you want to be a great coach, not because you think it will get you coaching…
If you’re leading a team—or coaching one—you’ve probably seen how traditional performance reviews fall short. They’re backward-looking, often anxiety-inducing, and rarely drive lasting growth. The shift away from rigid review cycles toward ongoing development conversations is no longer a trend—it’s becoming a necessity. As an executive leadership coach, I see how leaders are learning to…
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Commonly Asked Questions and Answers, Part 2 What is the difference between life coaching and executive coaching? There are many different types of coaching. There’s coaching in the world of academia. Sometimes the coaching is focused on administrators as leaders. Sometimes it’s for teachers based on their efficacy in the classroom. And sometimes it’s for…
Chances are, if I ask you how you are this week, you might well answer with Busy. Busyness can be useful and is an important part of normal, 21st Century life. And letting go of busy is a hot topic these days. Sometimes we are able to accomplish more when we are busier. And life…
Your Career Options: If you are unhappy in your current career, then what are your career options? This article sets out to make your career options very clear. Do nothing. There is always the option to do nothing. However, there is a reason you are reading this article. Perhaps you…
