What’s harder? Giving or getting feedback? The vast majority of trueU’s “trueU Tuesday” attendees said GIVING feedback is tougher. Why? It’s emotionally charged, it can disrupt the status quo, and it can reveal blind spots. Have a game plan BEFORE you give feedback! It makes all the difference! Thanks to both trueU for hosting this […]
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Are You Listening?
Happy end of summer. If you’re planning a little vacay during the next few weeks and are game for a dollop of self-improvement with your relaxation, I’d like to suggest that you prick up your ears. Why? Read on! Active listening is a simple and highly beneficial practice that almost everyone can become better at. […]
Read MoreDo what Fortune 500 companies do!
What can small and medium sized businesses learn from the “big dogs” 🐶 ? To put it simply: focus on your employees’ talents and strengths. See why and how below. ⬇ It’s easy to dismiss some Fortune 500 practices as impractical or out of reach since their enormous revenue makes almost anything possible. (The revenue […]
Read MoreChoose Optimism
Incorporating optimism into your daily life can have a wonderful impact on your personal and professional growth. Research tells us that optimists set more goals than pessimists and rise above challenges more easily. Why? Read on! Scientifically speaking, there is no such thing as being lucky. However, thinking that you are lucky can produce meaningful […]
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Productivity Hack: Get More Done with Less Effort
Want to shake off the winter doldrums and 🎇 reignite 🎇 your productivity? Read on to learn what happens when we harness the powerful Pareto Principle to manage our time. 🕰 According to the Pareto Principle, approximately 20 percent of our efforts produce 80 percent of the results. Learning to recognize and then focus on […]
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7 Tips for Making Your Own Luck!
It’s almost St. Patrick’s Day! It’s almost St. Patrick’s Day! Want some tips on becoming lucky – without the hassle of looking for a four-leaf cover? As a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, I help individuals, teams, and entire organizations MAKE their own luck. Here are a few tips: 1. . Then, give it away. What […]
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Strengths-Based Teamwork = Dreamwork
Question: What do you get when you mix an Empathic Ensemble, three Interesting Inputs, and four Wonderful Woos? Answer: The great team at Health by Design. Thank you HBD for tapping into your individual and shared strengths and becoming an EVEN STONGER team. The mission of this non-profit organization is to increase our community’s access […]
Read MoreQuiet Quitting – It’s For Real
Do you know a quiet quitter? I bet you do! The bad news : quiet quitting is more than just hype — and it’s hurting your workplace. The good news : quiet quitting can be prevented. Learn how! ⬇ First, let’s define the newly coined term: . My guess is that you know a quiet […]
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What About a New Year’s Habit, Not a New Year’s Resolution
Thinking about a News Year’s resolution? Research shows that by February as many as 80% of New Year’s resolutions will have gone by the wayside. So, what’s a better idea? Check this out! ⬇ Here’s a fresh idea for making 2023 great: initiate a new habit that supports a long term goal. A few years ago, after […]
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Need Gift Ideas?
Need gift ideas? A bit stressed? Look no further! 👀 This gifting package is perfect for everyone on your list (over the age of 14). It’s literally one size fits ALL: trendy/traditional, tall/short, outgoing/introspective. And it fits your budget too! 💲 The long and interesting “what are your ‘top 5’ strengths?” convos are included at […]
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