What you intend, you attract
It’s Friday morning – the best work day for most of us, for we see the end in sight. Chances are good it’s easier to get out of bed this morning than other days through the week. When you look in the mirror, what do you see? Someone about to plod through the day? Someone .. read more
The Power of UMHH…..
The spoken word is quite powerful. This has been exemplified since the time of creation – “And God said, ‘Let it be’ and it was. And it was good.” Ever since the beginning of time we people have understood the power behind what comes out of the mouth. Even when what comes out of our .. read more
The most valuable form of recognition – Communication
Over the weekend I spent quality time with friends, one I hadn’t seen in years. When it comes to reconnecting with people, my first thought is, “gee, what will they think of me now?” And so as we were getting re-aquainted, it was so fun to watch the looks of surprise and discover the number .. read more
What it Actually Means When We Give
I remember crying when I first read the book, The Giving Tree. In Shel Silverstein’s classic way, this story unfolded with such fluid unravelling of child-like spirit. Been awhile since you read it? It has been for me. Yet a few images I recall are how the fully mature, brightly green-leaved tree became a stump. .. read more
What if you heard this…
So you’re being diligent within your career. You’ve committed years of your time, your focus and your energy to a particular field of study and set of talents. You burn the candle at both ends. And part of what has given you the successful edge is your willingness to ask for feedback. You check in .. read more
Moments of Decision
Yes, I have OFTEN wanted to be guided by divine intervention. I just didn’t want it to come from God! Hoping for a bronze bullet or wand from the willows or secrets from the sublime, I have wanted an inside track into the magical moments of Millions! If the 8-ball could deliver the answer through .. read more
Walking Away
Recently I read a line out of Kathy Reiche’s book, 206 Bones: Sometimes we walk out on our lives. I read it out of context, so I can only guess at what she meant since I don’t know the details. Yet I found it a profound statement. Enough to reflect on and put out there. .. read more
Get out of bed!
Remember the last time you couldn’t wait to get out of bed? Was it because you were off to an adventure? About to recieve an award or honor? Had new clothes to wear? Finally heading out for a vacation? Getting out of bed gets easier and easier when fun is attached. Our brain is charged .. read more
Is Communication Coaching for me?
Most people have no idea what to expect from a communication coaching experience. Some wonder whether it’s for those who are required to speak in front of groups, or whether it’s for leaders, let alone for those who want to improve relationships, focus or a better understanding of themselves. Consider the following questions and how .. read more
Difficult Conversations
Whether you’re an introvert or an extrovert, some conversations are just difficult to have. Although an introvert may find this to be the case more often than his/her assertive counterpart, the truth is, sometimes any of us could be at a loss for words. I recall a great number of times when I struggled with .. read more
