Did you know that our brains are wired with a natural negative bias, a protective mechanism honed over eons to safeguard us from potential threats? While this innate inclination has been crucial for our survival, it also means that we … Continued
Since this week consisted of Halloween and Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead, a traditional holiday honoring the deceased celebrated in Mexico and by those of Mexican descent), I wanted to share a thought-provoking story about fear. On … Continued
Chances are that you used a mirror this morning when brushing your teeth and getting ready for the day. You may have used the mirror while getting dressed and doing one “last look” before leaving the house. And who can … Continued
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou Leaders, when was the last time you asked your team how you … Continued
I hear the phrase IMPOSTER SYNDROME come up a lot in coaching sessions and the professional development space. Usually the client feels like they are struggling with it and wants to know how to overcome it. In general terms, imposter … Continued
When was the last time you got lost on purpose? I’m writing this while sipping on an Aperol spritz while waiting for a “Secret Itineraries” tour of the Doge’s Palace in Venice, Italy. It took me about 25 minutes to … Continued
Intellectual humility is recognizing and accepting that there are gaps in one’s knowledge and that one’s current beliefs may be incorrect. I’m currently writing this from Milan, Italy as I make my way to Lake Como to meet up with … Continued
What needs to be said that you’re not saying? Some of the most impactful coaching conversations I’ve ever had happen when I ask powerful questions about what is not being said. A coach is a mirror who reflects back to … Continued
What if the path to creating your next level of success is doing the opposite of what you usually do? This article is the second installment of Counterintuitive Truths in Leadership. Part 1 can be found HERE. A counterintuitive truth … Continued
What we want the most, we often behave in ways that make it harder to achieve. A counterintuitive truth is something that is the opposite of what is intuitive or is a common-sense expectation, but is nonetheless true. The Enneagram … Continued
