The Biochemistry of Motivation Artemisdiana/Depositphotos If you are trying to influence people to change their behavior, unless they clearly see value in changing and a path safe from failure or loss, they will resist your suggestions. Emotions are often triggered when people are presented with a view of a possible future that conflicts with their […]
What do running a business, attracting clients, and moving to a new house have in common? Surprisingly, a lot. In the beginning of June, I moved to a rural area. And it. Was. CHAOS. From playing real-life Tetris with a too-small trailer, to getting stuck with said trailer at the entrance of a field, to […]
In this podcast episode, the guest reflects on the impact his coach had on his life through constructive criticism and outright honesty. The coach helped him understand his weaknesses and pushed him to work on them, preparing him for the challenges he would face in life. The importance of trust and the building of a […]
The frustration was palpable within a group of leaders with whom I recently worked. They were in a tough spot. Competition was emerging from unexpected sources. Revenue was not tracking to meet expectations. The organization was responding with significant structural change. And these leaders had been told by executives that if the business was to […]
You take risks regularly, from backing your car into the street to trying a new restaurant. You only hesitate when your fear of the unknown leads you to focus on the worst that could happen. I’ve had many coaching conversations start with, “I need to make a decision.” Yet after describing the options, it’s clear […]
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Do you want more people to buy your coaching? Then you need to help them overcome the fears they may have around working with you. One of the most common fears/objections I hear is: “I already paid for coaching, but I didn’t get the results they promised. I’m worried that I’ll pay a lot of […]
Would you love to keep your coaching clients longer, and get paid more for giving them even BETTER results? I recently gave a coach an idea she can use to do exactly that. This coach and I were talking about how she helps people recover from being in a toxic relationship with a narcissist. She […]
WARRIOR A Warrior, she’s often been, obsessed with other lands. In tending to her freedom, so content to raise her hand. Yet even in the midst of war, surrounded by alone she knew t’was might that brought her here, and sliced her to the bone. This Warrior has sheathed her sword. Its glint may dull, […]
Are you a person who enjoys the challenge of competition, but also likes to fit in? Admitting that a challenge energizes you but attempting to fit in with a group establishes a dichotomy that creates a conflict within. You cannot fit in and stand out. The first step is admitting that you have a strong […]
