When I was kid we would go on long summer vacations. The whole family would pile into our wood-paneled station wagon and we would head south. Before we hit the highway, my Dad would remind us that we were going on an adventure.
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The Ultimate You: June 2019
I am often surprised when I am coaching a leader who tells me that they need to work on their confidence. This is not something that they typically share with their team, but a confidential coaching session provides a safe space to explore those emotions.
Courage over Confidence: May 2019
I am often surprised when I am coaching a leader who tells me that they need to work on their confidence. This is not something that they typically share with their team, but a confidential coaching session provides a safe space to explore those emotions.
What is your happy pain place?: April 2019
Over the weekend I did a 5k charity race with one of my clients, which has become a tradition each Spring. It was the perfect day for a run, where the tip of my nose was cold and both my toque and shorts were suitable attire.
Nature Creates Clarity. Science or Spirituality?: March 2019
I am always amazed by the power of nature and the impact that it can have on our mental clarity. Faced with a tough business decision, I strapped on my cross-country skis, took in a breath of fresh pine-scented air, and took my challenge to the trails.
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Is it me or the team?: February 2019
I’ve always been fascinated by the dynamics of a team. What makes some teams highly productive while others seem to drag their heels? One would think that having a team of all stars would lead to the most impressive results, but that’s not always the case.
Sending you positive ripples: January 2019
We’ve heard that when a butterfly flaps its wings somewhere in the world it can cause a tornado on the opposite side of the planet. On a smaller scale, it’s amazing to me to see how ripples grow across the lake and build momentum when I simply drop a pebble into the water.
Life is happening for you and not to you: December 2018
So, it’s been a difficult month. A crash and burn, soul sucking, maybe I am in the wrong job kind of month… Okay, so I may have exaggerated for effect, but that’s how it can feel at times. And when it does, it’s easy to fall into the trap of playing the victim.
3 Tips on How to be Present as a Leader: November 2018
In a recent coaching session, I was working with a leader to coach his team more effectively. He proudly shared that he had been setting up regular one-to-one sessions with his team, but one direct report just didn’t seem to be getting it.
Recognize your Brand of Beauty: October 2018
I was so fortunate to spend most of last month up in Muskoka. Client facing work was a little less busy in the city and I had the pleasure of hosting our EDGE3 Retreats on Cherry Island.