Over the past few months, I’ve been finding it hard to make really solid progress. Everything I do has felt small and painful. There’s been a lot of uncertainty in my life and finding the energy to move forward was difficult. During these times, there are the things you must do, no questions asked, one way or another they must be done. While these can be tough, there’s something about the mandatory nature that means they happen.
READ MOREHoliday parties can be a lot of fun if you remember three simple words: prepare, perform and praise. What do these three words have in common besides the letter ‘P’? They’re all powerful ways to keep your head and make an excellent impression wherever you go. Take these ten tips with you to make your party experience memorable for all the right reasons.
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Several years ago my son Jordan and I travelled to Kenya to provide training to athletes and coaches through the running of a variety of sport camps. It was a great trip and an amazing time to spend with Jordan. In fact, for me, it was the greatest adventure I’ve ever taken with my son. Over the three weeks we travelled together Jordan and I bonded through the sport camp work we were engaged in and we found a great love and passion for the Kenyan children we were working with. In addition to our work…
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While writing this article, sitting at my desk listening to Pandora radio (classical for studying radio station), glancing out of the window watching Autumn take over the trees, I can’t help but to think about August 2011.
In hindsight 2011 was the year that changed everything. It was the year that landed me right here typing this article. The summer of 2011 was the year that helped me become a four-time author. 2011 was the year that helped me get my…
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“If you are depressed, you are living in the past. If you are anxious, you are living in the future. If you are at peace, you are living in the present – Lao Tzu”
Anxiety and depression are not as simple as this quote; however, this quote can be a good reminder to live in the present.
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One of my favourite business consultants, Michael Walsh of Kaizen Consulting, often says “The world is full of critics – don’t be one. Be your own best cheerleader instead.” The work I do with clients on developing their personal presence starts here, with gently naming and reframing all the negative soundtracks that keep them feeling powerless, insecure and anxious.
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