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The Freddy Krueger Boss

Halloween is just around the corner! Many of us remember "Freddy"--the winner of the Best Villain award in 2010 at the Scream Awards. Wikipedia describes Freddy as a "vengeful spirit who attacks his victims from within their dreams".  Scary!!! Over my years as a coach and consultant, I've heard about many so called Freddys in the [...]

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Should I Stay or Should I Go?

How often have you asked yourself this question?  How likely is it that your best talent is wrestling with the question?  In working with executives, I hear this question surprisingly often.  What are the burning issues that cause executives and professionals to debate staying or leaving their current position? Based on 25 years working with [...]

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Creativity–Need a Boost?

This month, I’m personally inspired by all the hype about “back to school”. I have fond memories of shopping for school supplies to start a brand new school year. My favorite memory about “back to school” was purchasing that 64-­‐count, built-­‐in-­‐sharpener Crayola crayons box. Just the thought of it makes me want to create something [...]

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Presentation Nightmares!

What’s your worst nightmare?  Have you ever had bad dreams about . . . Falling Being naked or inappropriately dressed in public Doing poorly on a test Having car trouble Being chased or attacked Have you ever been awakened by a nightmare about delivering the speech or presentation from H***? Zipper unzipped Heckler out-of-control Equipment [...]

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5 Tips for Better People Skills

What do we mean by "People Skills"?   I believe every one of us has room to improve when it comes to: Being more understanding Listening with empathy Showing respect for others Being genuine Demonstrating warmth Being open and honest Building stronger relationships Most of us learned about the "golden rule" at a very early [...]

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Those Troublesome Blind Spots!

Are you in denial?  Are you willing to face your potential blind spots? What do you know about yourself that others also know? (OPEN) What don't you know about yourself that others know? (BLIND SPOT) What do you know about yourself that others don't know? (HIDDEN) What do you and others NOT know about you? [...]

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