Are You Ready to Stop Spinning Your Wheels? Buried under your to-do list? Drowning in endless meetings and never-ending deadlines? Swamped no matter how hard you push? Sound familiar? Here’s the hard truth: trying the same things repeatedly, hoping for different results, only leads to burnout. We’ve all been there as leaders—and yes, as parents,Continue reading “Are You Over It?”
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NEW YEARS ZEN
Zen Instructions for NYE As the final hours of 2024 tick away, let’s pause momentarily. The world may be buzzing with excitement and celebration, but tonight, I invite you to find a pocket of stillness, a moment just for you. New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to be all about countdowns and confetti. It can beContinue reading “NEW YEARS ZEN”
What Happened To The Middle?
The other day, I was sitting at a stoplight. The light turned green, but the driver in front of me hesitated for just a moment too long. Almost instantly, the driver behind me started blaring their horn. What happened next left me stunned. The driver in front got out of their car, walked past mine,Continue reading “What Happened To The Middle?”
Honor Their Craft
In the world of entrepreneurship, small business owners dedicate themselves to mastering their craft and building businesses that bring value to others. This journey is both a calling and a career for many, especially those who work in coaching, creative industries, or consulting. Yet, an unfortunate trend often appears when friends or acquaintances approach theseContinue reading “Honor Their Craft”
Are You a Gate Keeper?
“Tell me, and I forget. Teach me, and I remember. Involve me, and I learn.” – Benjamin Franklin “Give a man a fish, and he will eat for a day. Teach him how to fish, and he will eat forever.” – Lao Tzu These quotes are timeless because they touch the very essence of whatContinue reading “Are You a Gate Keeper?”
Fried Green Tomatoes
There’s something comforting about family traditions, especially when they revolve around food. In my family, the women have passed down a cherished fried green tomato recipe through the generations. It’s never thrown together; it’s an intentional act of love made with the right ingredients, patience, and a sprinkle of magic. Every time I make them,Continue reading “Fried Green Tomatoes”
You Are Quiet
Jewel. You are very quiet. I’ve heard that a lot over the past few weeks. It’s a sentiment I’ve shared with others when I notice they’ve gone silent. Today, those words sparked a thought in me: Is being quiet a bad thing? When did silence become something negative? In our rush to constantly post, seekingContinue reading “You Are Quiet”
Arrogance or Confidence?
Do you manage your team with cooperation or through compliance? What would they say if we asked the people you work with if you are a manager who they would describe as confident and inspirational or dismissive and arrogant? Think about it. What would they really say? As Leaders, we often confuse arrogance with confidence,Continue reading “Arrogance or Confidence?”
Support?
The True Nature of Support: A Personal Reflection Support. It’s a word that carries a lot of weight, yet its meaning can be elusive. As a small business owner and entrepreneur navigating the coaching and mental health space, I often find myself pondering what support truly is and whether I’m receiving the support I need.Continue reading “Support?”
PIVOT?
Life is full of twists and turns; sometimes, we must change direction to stay on the path to success. I believe that a pivot isn’t a sign of failure—it’s a smart move toward new opportunities. Embracing the Pivot Our Soul Sessions have been a hit, with many of you joining us for our monthly ZoomContinue reading “PIVOT?”