Here’s what we’re thinking about

Improve Your Positive Thinking

The field of positive psychology focuses on what helps people be happy, rather than studying problems and dysfunction. Much has been learned in recent decades about what actually drives positive emotions. Cultivating positive emotions is crucial for your well being and your leadership.

Does Coaching for Executive Presence Work Against Diversity, Equity and Inclusion?

Is “executive presence” just code for adopting a style that’s just like the most dominant group?

Value is the Currency of Great Networking

Just the word “networking” conjures an image of connecting superficially with the not-so-secret agenda of getting something from the other person.

The Essentials of Good Sleep

Getting the sleep you need is critical for good leadership. Working towards a good night’s sleep makes sense. To improve your sleep, start with a plan.

Making Time for Fun and Play

Fun, play, and recreation are especially important, and we need some fresh ideas. Here are a few we like.

Creating the Social Support You Need

Meaningful friendships. A more personal connection with colleagues. A sense of community. Oh, how you would love to have these things. But you’re so busy and friendship seems so much more elusive than it once did.

Mastering the Art of Recovery

Most of us are struggling to be productive. The reasons are obvious—Zoom fatigue, simultaneous work and parenting, social isolation, increased anxiety, and all the other pandemic-related stressors.

How to Succeed in a Collaborative Company, Part 3

Today we move into new territory in how to succeed in a collaborative company–with some things that may not come naturally.

How to Succeed in a Collaborative Company, Part 2

Today I continue our series with four more ways to succeed in a collaborative company.