Tackling the Taboo of Midlife Crisis

Psychologist Elliott Jaques coined the term “midlife crisis” back in 1965, describing it as a time when adults grapple with the emotional turmoil associated with an unavoidable understanding of a finite number of years left for not only professional productivity, but also for simply living.  Though certainly not funny, his research and concept have become rich fodder…

Why Having a Coachable Mindset Matters

If the term “coachable” takes you back to junior high gym class, perhaps hanging on for dear life at the chin-up bar, taking in LOUD encouragement from a red-faced, whistle-blowing gym teacher, stop right there. That’s not where we’re going today. I’m here to talk about mindset. Specifically, a mindset where you are consciously open…

Take hold of the holidays before the holidays take hold of you!

It’s Not Too Late! This interactive workshop will help you de-stress the holiday frenzy. With a goal of having fun in the process, we will create clarity and learn a technique or two to help you enjoy the season. Wouldn’t it be nice to experience peace and joy versus just singing about it? When: Dec…

Use Professional Coaching To Capitalize on Growth Inherent To Change

Today we’re making a visit to the ever-entertaining Brain Basics boardroom. Have you been to the Brain Basics boardroom? It’s where you’ll find situations remarkably similar to those found in our modern workplace, complete with all those – umm , delicate, shall we say – dynamics commonly seen among coworkers and within superior/subordinate professional relationships….

Rest Your Head: Sleep Hygiene, Hijinks and Hijacks

The human brain is capable of so much.  With proper sleep, it can function at peak levels.  As a nation, however, in an effort to do more, we’re sacrificing sleep.  As a culture, we’re misapplying technology ironically designed to help us do and be more, and it is short-circuiting sound slumber.  The price tag is…

Seven Totally Doable Ways to Boost Your Brain

The brain, our most valuable resource. It is what makes us us. It enables us to achieve, to improve, to compete successfully, to problem solve. It enables us to love. Our brain is a pretty fantastic thing. What’s more, it can grow and expand beyond its current capabilities through something neuroscientists call neuroplasticity. But, in…

Understanding Your Values Can Open Up Doors to Opportunity

Yes or No? The real question to ask is, “Why?” What Makes you tick?  Why do you do what you do?  What drives your decisions? Prompts your behaviors?  Guides your choices?  The answer is: your values. I like to call our values the secret force behind our “yes” or “no.” And though they can change…

Can Your Organization Benefit From Personal Coaching?

Happy Employees Are Productive Employees – Can Your Organization Benefit From Personal Coaching? “If you’re happy and you know it …. support your team {clap, clap}, If you’re happy and you know it support your team {clap, clap}….. If they’re happy and you know it, then your bottom line’ll show it….”  Funny aside, research shows…