So often I have clients come to me saying something like: “Can you coach her so she can fit in here?” “I’m unhappy at work and I don’t know how to fix it.” “I got feedback from my boss and I want to fix it.” There is nothing to “fix”! None of us are broken. So often we compare ourselves to some other standard believing it is how we should be. Or we want someone else to “improve”. Whether it is in their relationship with others, the work they do, their behaviors, or even just the words they use. I… read more →
It’s summertime which translates to the well-deserved vacation time. The question is: will you put down your Blackberry long enough to jump in the water and swim with the kids? We all get so wrapped up with what’s going on in the office… Afraid we may miss something… Or better yet, feeling guilty that we are on vacation. A few thoughts to ponder: relax, you earned it! – vacation is the time to create beautiful memories for all of you – your work will still be there when you return – it’s rewarding for others to fill in while you are gone… Just take a breath,… read more →