Maya Angelou once said, “I’ve learned that you shouldn’t go through life with a catcher’s mitt on both hands; you need to be able to throw something back.” While her words can be interpreted in a number of ways, here’s one take… If we go through life only tending to that which is handed to us, […]
Read More →The new year is underway, but it’s not too late to think about how you’d like to navigate 2020. To that end, Oprah.com contributor Ariane de Bonvoisin offers these five thought-provoking questions. What do I most want to feel this year? Look at goals from an experience angle rather than a task to complete. Who am I […]
Read More →According to a recent Harvard Business Review article, it’s better to find your passion outside of work rather than make your work your passion. The article’s contributors say that this modern phenomenon of pursuing passion at work is unique to the US. Working more has become an American status symbol, while people in other countries seek […]
Read More →I am a proud member of a local women’s collective giving group. Impact100 South Jersey is one of an increasing number of such groups around the country and the world. Ours is volunteer-run, made up of diverse women, and is growing every year. Besides being a philanthropic multiplier, Impact100 is a powerful networking and leadership building tool. Members […]
Read More →A friend asked me to look over his resume as he began his first job search in more than a decade. It laid out all of his experience in the field he had been working in – a field he said he wanted to exit. I read it and said, “It looks great — if you want […]
Read More →There are many things in life that we can’t control. But there are many things that we can. The key to better control is mindful living. Dr. Melanie Austin-McCain, an occupational therapist and Assistant Professor at New York Institute of Technology School of Health Professions, says that mindfulness can help us live a longer, more […]
Read More →Who’s calling the shots in your life? The answer may surprise you. The feeling of having lost control over ones time and energy utilization has reached epidemic proportions. For many, it feels like someone else is in the driver’s seat…your job, your calendar, demands of family life, previous commitments that have taken on a life of their […]
Read More →Steve Jobs once said, “Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your inner voice.” Through early conditioning, most of us blind ourselves to the best of who we really are. We become untrusting, too busy, too intellectual, too committed to rules […]
Read More →My book LIES That Limit, and much of my work, revolves around the labels, illusions, excuses and stories we tell ourselves. These LIES don’t just keep us from becoming successful, they keep successful people from achieving genuine happiness. When I encounter a client who has reached a breaking point, it’s usually because they have woven and are […]
Read More →One of the core messages in my book, LIES That Limit, and when I speak, is to follow your sense of purpose and allow it to guide your life. But, you and I don’t have a single purpose. In a TedTalk, Career Coach Emilie Wapnick introduces the concept of the “multipotentialite.” These are people with […]
Read More →It’s human nature to want to leave a legacy. It’s never too early or late to start thinking about your legacy. Legacies can take many forms. Knowing what you’d like to leave behind can serve as a powerful compass – a force that can help guide you over the long term, enabling you to stay […]
Read More → These Simple Steps Can Change Your Perspective Some people are fortunate; they find meaning in the work that they do. Others have to dig a little deeper to experience a sense of significance in their everyday tasks. If that sounds like you, here are four ways you can find greater meaning at work — […]
Read More →The 15-Second Soft Eyes Challenge When you look at yourself, what goes on inside you? What are your thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations and reactions? What do you say to yourself about what you see? Do you look deeply or do you barely glance? We tend NOT to look at ourselves – and as a result, […]
Read More →How To Succeed Inspire Of Circumstances LIES turn us into victims. Labels, illusions, excuses and stories often feel like they are supposed to protect us. Instead, they hold us back, keeping us from living with purpose. Well-meaning LIES put in our heads by people who love and care for us rob us of genuine happiness. Here are a few tips […]
Read More →The Importance of Feeling Heard Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs teaches us that a sense of belonging is central. Given that basic human need, it’s not surprising that those who feel threatened by social and economic changes, like an outsider, no longer central, spoke out in this year’s Presidential election. In every aspect of our lives, […]
Read More →Nan thought her diabetes was a problem that held her back. After a change in perspective, she not only cured herself, but she now helps others do the same. Learn how Nan turned a debilitating problem into a new career.
Read More →Happy Holidays! I hope you’re enjoying this season that begins at Thanksgiving stretches straight through to the New Year. Festive sights and sounds and positive energy are all around. Even in the workplace, there is an air of joy as colleagues gather for luncheons and parties. In meetings over the last few weeks, I’ve […]
Read More →Thanksgiving is a one of my favorite holidays! It calls my attention to the bounty of blessings I enjoy every day…and don’t always acknowledge. Whatever our circumstances, no matter how privileged or challenging life may be, too often, we give too much energy and attention to what’s wrong, what’s lacking, what’s worrisome. In so doing, […]
Read More →What makes a difference in the moment-to-moment quality of your life, at work and at home? Having a sense of purpose. An inspiring mission or sense of calling. As human beings, we need something to believe in, something that feels like a higher calling. Something that adds meaning to our existence. To be more engaged, […]
Read More →A recent survey said 47.2% of people in the US are unhappy. After I read that, I decided to conduct an informal survey at a gathering of over 400 successful professionals. What I learned surprised me. Turns out, at least among that group of meeting attendees, 47.2% is optimistic! Only 20% of the […]
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