One of the biggest obstacles to achieving greater satisfaction and success is Not Speaking Up. Some call this avoiding conflict. In Business and Life, you will come to a crossroad. You have a choice… to speak up or not. I strongly suggest getting support to push past your discomfort and “Speak Up!” When and How do …
Many times I feel like a broken record. I say what I want to sink in over and over. Repetition is powerful! I am a Big Believer in Follow-Up! It is vitally important and sets you up for faster and easier Business and Career success! In real estate they say… “the three most important things …
It’s common to connect to a higher power or spiritual practice when you are struggling emotionally. It’s easy to experience negative feelings during difficult transitions (job change, retirement, divorce or death.) Common feelings include lonely, hopeless, disconnected, unfulfilled and unhappy. There are many ways to feel better. You can talk to a friend, exercise, take a …
I love an intriguing title! You wonder what it has to do with Business, Career or Life coaching. Keep reading! The complete question is “What happened in the past 24 hours that made you reach out for help?” This is one of my favorite “qualifying” questions. I ask a prospect… What made you reach out for help …
It happens often. My client shares a “negative” story. When I say “you sound angry” their immediate response is… “No, I’m Not Angry!” The physical expression has arms crossed over their chest and heart. The unspoken message is “Good People Don’t Get Angry.” The truth is… “Yes they do and that is a good thing!” …
I no longer charge by the hour for business and life coaching. I wonder why it took me so long. Naturally, there are reasons and almost all are emotional. One of my favorite MarGOisms is “Knowing what to do is the easy part.” As a Business and Life Coach, people ask what I do …
What are your highest priorities? Why does it matter? As you approach a Personal or Work Transition you seek a stronger alignment with your strengths, values and priorities. You need to identify and stay committed to what’s most important to you. You might say you value friends and family time. Or maybe it’s professional growth …
Many people would be shocked to know that I’m ever in a bad mood. Having a big smile fools others and myself as well. It took me a while to realize a bad mood or feeling bad (emotionally) is not a bad thing. There are many reasons why bad moods (not dark or depressed) don’t …
Do you ever think you aren’t smart even though others think you are. I used to. 🙂 Many measure smart solely on “Book Smart” or intellectual intelligence. This type of intelligence is less important for an entrepreneur! If a “good” life means having good relationships then just being “book smart” isn’t enough. You need …
Learn from the Past Live in the Present Love your Potential! Personal Growth and Business Success require Learning from Past experiences, Living in the Present and Loving your Potential. With the help and support of a strong support team this tall order can take place. Now for the How! You learn from your past mistakes …