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My 2016 Manifesto

I am big proponent of setting goals, creating vision and purpose statements, and living in honor of your values. But…

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Small Decisions = Big Decisions

“The choices you make, make you.”  Unknown Coaching Tip for the Week:   I saw today’s quote on a team…

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5 Steps To Focus (Or, Curing “Oh Look, A Squirrel!”)

In the last couple of weeks, I’ve had three clients who have removed email and/or social media from their smartphones….

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Thinking, Doing, and Gratitude – Where You Can Make A Difference

“The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention.”  Oscar Wilde Coaching Tip for the Week: Lately,…

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Navigating the Mountaintops and Valleys of Work, Leadership, and Life

“Mountaintops inspire leaders but valleys mature them.”  Winston Churchill Coaching Tip for the Week:   Where have you felt lately:…

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The Simple Habit That Can Change Your Work, Leadership, & Life

Do you ever question if you’re doing anything right? Recently, one of my coaching clients – an educator – was…

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3 Quick Ideas for a Purposeful Weekend

“Weekends don’t count unless you spend them doing something completely pointless.” ~ Bill Watterson What are your plans for the…

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Spring Clean Your Leadership

This article was originally published by the Des Moines Business Record.   What on earth does decluttering have to do…

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Clearing Up Your Tolerations

“Your entire life changes the day that you decide you will no longer accept mediocrity for yourself.”  Hal Elrod Coaching…

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