An often over-looked skill that will move you up in your organization is that of critical thinking; this is going deep in analyzing and interpreting situations to form beliefs, opinions and judgements for how to best handle them. It's about looking at a situation from different viewpoints and not just staying with what is seen. …
Last Checks – Are You Prepared?
We are now at T-minus &* this is the last day they are saying we need to prepare. It's been raining on and off since early this morning; I look like a drenched rat as I've been taking my outside patio and plants in. I tried to board up windows but my 'help' did not …
Anxiety Can Create Adverse Behaviors to Mindful Of
As the storm moves closer, I'm seeing some really bad behaviors which (some) people are exhibiting, a few I mentioned yesterday. See if any of these resonate: your boss makes some critical comments that he or she does not normally make your coworker become argumentative over small issues a customer barks and become demanding, saying …
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Helping Employees Through a Disaster
If you haven't heard by now, there is a(nother) hurricane coming - a BIG one - that a good many of us will be feeling the effects of. As I write this, Irma has strengthened to a Cat 5, with winds up to 175. I'm praying for the people on the Islands she will be …
Honoring the American Worker
Today is about honoring the American worker - those who have made contributions to the economy and to the well-being of our country, and their achievements. Keep doing the great work you do - find your inspiration for the difference you will make. Enjoy your day! Committed to Your Success Coaching & Consulting focuses on …
Three-Day Weekend: Staying Focused to Do Good Work
First off - Happy TGIF! It's almost time for the weekend, which Labor Day is Monday so for most, it will be three-days off. Looking forward to having an extra day off is exciting but can almost be distracting. You just can't wait to get through the work day and get out. How do you …
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Do You Worry About What Others Think?
One of the biggest reasons I see for what holds people back from going after their dreams, such as a promotion or a new job, is the worry about what others may think. It doesn't matter who that is - that potential boss or a parent - those thoughts are there, lying in the subconscious …
3 Ways for Setting New Goals – and Saying ‘Good-bye’ to Summer
It's so hard to believe that August is gone - only one more day and then we're into another new month. It's also time to say 'good-bye to summer. With the way time is going by so quickly, we'll be celebrating Christmas (I've already seen stores set-up for Christmas - unbelievable). These next two days …
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What Does Leading From the Front Mean?
Leadership is so critical today. Poor leadership is one of the top reasons for employee disengagement and turnover. Many who get into leader roles often do so through attrition or are put into their roles in a quick manner. But are they truly prepared for the role? I don't think most who aspire for a …
Creating Daily Rituals to Increase Productivity and Attitude
Last week, I completed two challenges: one was to get more clients and the other was for Instagram; what I found was that both helped me to be more laser-focused in my message and brand, and then how to convey this more effectively. But I learned something more to pass on. These were not the …
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