The AI Scapegoat: Is Technology Taking Jobs, or Just Fixing Corporate Bloat? The headlines are relentless: "AI is replacing workers." With major companies like Goop recently announcing significant layoffs (they reportedly laid off 18% of their workforce back in 2024 and 20 more people in 2026 to pivot to AI), the narrative…
The Friction of Growth: Solving Organizational Execution Decay Organizational execution breakdown often occurs in well-run companies as they grow, and it is rarely obvious at first because, on paper, everything still looks organized. Instead of clear failure, the breakdown manifests as a slowing down of the entire operation. Decisions take…
Is Your AI Investment Creating Impact or Just Activity? The Illusion of Progress Your AI spend is currently a tax on your efficiency, not a driver of it. While boards celebrate the scale of their AI investment, the uncomfortable truth is that for most enterprises, the needle hasn’t moved. There…
What Are Good Topics to Be Coached On? Unlocking the Most Impactful Coaching Conversations Coaching is one of the most effective ways to invest in your growth—both professionally and personally. But one of the most common questions I hear from new or prospective clients is: What should I be coached…
Emotional intelligence (EI) is essential for fostering effective, cohesive, and resilient teams. By understanding and developing the key components of EI—self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills—teams can enhance communication, resolve conflicts more effectively, and build stronger relationships. High levels of EI within teams lead to increased collaboration, innovation, and…
In today’s fast-paced and competitive business world, companies are continuously seeking ways to gain an edge over their competitors. While strategies, technologies, and products play critical roles, the importance of a positive work culture cannot be overstated. A positive work culture is the backbone of any successful organization, fostering productivity,…
Imposter syndrome is not just a female issue, it may significantly impact men. Societal expectations and personal experiences may contribute to imposter syndrome among men, potentially affecting their behavior and performance in the workplace. The Gender Divide Imposter syndrome is a phenomenon where individuals doubt their accomplishments and fear being…
The Struggles of the Mighty Lioness: Leadership Coach Roaring Through Imposter Syndrome: Once upon a time, there lived a mighty lioness, heavy with pregnancy and hunger gnawing at her belly. Day by day, the burden of her unborn cub grew heavier, making it difficult for her to hunt. Despite her…
5 Secrets to Help You Avoid Diabetes I write about elements of health because to be a high-performing executive, you have to be in optimal health. The last time I wrote a health-related article [link to cholesterol article] , I reported my systematic exploration to lower my cholesterol. My cholesterol…
The holiday season is a time for joy, connection, and reflection. While it often comes with its share of stress, embracing a positive mindset and good boundaries can make all the difference. Let's explore empowering lessons that can bring light to your holiday experience. 1. Cultivate Optimism Approach the holidays…
Trust Is the New Currency: Principles for Building Trust Introduction: Trust has become an invaluable currency in today's fast-paced and interconnected business world. As an executive coach, I have witnessed the transformative power of trust in organizations and individuals. This blog post will explore two fundamental principles that contribute to…
A diverse and inclusive workplace is one where all employees feel valued and respected, regardless of their differences. This includes employees with disabilities. There are many benefits to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. For one, it can lead to increased innovation. When employees from different backgrounds and with different…
In the last article in this series, we learned that applying first principles to coaching is an effective way to generate new insights, ideas, and solutions. By breaking down complex problems or situations into fundamental components and analyzing each component using first principles, coaches can gain a deeper understanding of…
In coaching, First principles should be based on the fundamental beliefs and values that guide the coaching process. These principles should form the foundation for all coaching activities and focus on key elements. When seeking out the help of a coach, ask yourself these basic questions: Do I trust this…
As a coach, your primary goal is to help individuals or teams achieve their desired outcomes. However, this can be a complex process, requiring a deep understanding of the problem at hand, innovative thinking, and effective problem-solving skills. One approach that can help you navigate this complexity is to apply…
Importance of taking responsibility for one's actions and behavior to gain the benefits of managing up, including enhanced communication and collaboration, positive relationships, job satisfaction and engagement, career development opportunities, performance improvement, and conflict mitigation.When it comes to difficult situations at work, it can be easy to place all the…
Remember that we started this conversation in January with my Plan-Execute-Measure system - well, last week was the final week of execution. And I know that because my calendar has reminders. I spent last week reviewing the results and activities. This quarter was an exceedingly tough one where three family…
Last week I onboarded a new client. The focus of the engagement is to add leverage to a global deployment gone awry and bring it back on track. Without compromising any confidentiality, I want to talk about some themes that are showing up.Trust and CollaborationThese two words are probably the…
So, it is the end of my first week. And not a few days into the year, mother nature dumps a pile of snow and it’s out shoveling I must go. So I’m a little behind. What do you do? Move on and stay focused. We might catch up later…
Last week, I talked about the importance of setting a theme word for the year. The theme word is there in the background. My theme word for last year was "declutter". This is how the year played out. In the lower right-hand corner, you see the image of what my office looked…
Day 4 and thank you to all those who sent in their theme word for the year. I can't wait to see how it goes when we check in next year. Here's the thing about goals. Everything is achievable if you build it in blocks that are manageable. I worked…
Day 3 “Man is what he believes.” – Anton Checkov Are you still with me? To recap: So far, we’ve declared our theme word for the year. And, you looked back on 2021 and answered a few questions to capture some lessons learned. Today we’re going to do a little…
Stay with me. If you follow along for the whole year, your look back next year will be amazing. In my last blog post, I mentioned the Plan-Execute-Measure (P5-E55-M5) Process to making plans. Let me give you a little look into the planning process. This is how it starts: During…
In the days ahead, I'm going to walk you through my journey for how I plan each year and how I use my Five-55-Five Process to get more done in the same time allocation that we all get.
Team Success Through Leveraging Emotional IntelligenceEmotional intelligence is needed for, as it is like tending a garden. It requires acknowledging all emotions, understanding their purpose, and responding thoughtfully. When we nurture emotional balance, we create a space where both we and those around us can thrive.Time constraints in the workplace…