Some people just seem to have more luck than others. In fact, many business leaders and professionals I know say that their success is simply a matter of luck. But in business is it entirely luck? Consider these popular sayings: “luck is preparation meeting opportunity” or “you make your own luck.” And according to Ray […]
I am now the happy recipient of Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) certification from the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). After receiving my Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential from the International Coach Federation in 2014, I decided I wanted to grow as a business leader and validate my work as one of the premier executive […]
Earlier this month I traveled to Charlotte to attend the International Coach Federation 2nd Global Leaders Forum. I was especially excited and honored to represent my local chapter, ICF Philadelphia again and have the privilege of hearing keynote speaker Kate Canales, Director of Design and Innovation Programs at Southern Methodist University. Not your typical coaching […]
Usually, it is my job (as a coach) to ask questions. But today I want to share real answers to your questions. It’s an opportunity to gain a fresh perspective to that business or life issue that has you feeling “stuck.” Here’s what is on the mind of one reader. I’ve established several thousand connections […]
It’s no secret that family businesses can struggle with governance, leadership transitions and even survival issues. According to the Family Business Institute, only 30% of family businesses last into a second generation, 12% remain viable into a third, and 3% operate into the fourth generation or beyond. So, when Scott Jarden, President of The Bullen […]
Recently at a Society of Professional Women’s luncheon featured journalist and author, Lu Ann Cahn spoke about living fearlessly by meeting your inner risk taker. Cahn writes about her personal journey of how she rebooted and recharged her life in her book “I Dare Me.” She had been feeling frustrated, stuck and desperately wanted to […]
When working with leaders and executives who want to grow, it’s common to discuss their personal performance, their strengths and the areas to develop. To gain further insight I may suggest taking an assessment and requesting 360 degree feedback from their team. Getting feedback is necessary in order to grow. But if you become too […]
I traveled to Atlanta earlier this month to attend the International Coach Federation Global Leaders Forum. It was a great honor to represent my local chapter, ICF Philadelphia and have the privilege of hearing keynote speaker Peter Docker, a partner of Simon Sinek and author of “Harness the Power of Why.” Not your typical coaching […]
Urban Meyer has a way with motivation. He has the amazing leadership ability to bond with his team, take complexities and make them simple to understand, and solve the mystery of putting others before yourself to propel “the unit” to a national championship. Whether or not you watched the game, what attributed to Ohio State’s […]
Can you remember what you had hoped to do this year? Was this the year you wanted to write a book? Start a business? What personal and professional goals do you still want to achieve? With more than 75 days left in 2014, you can finish the year stronger. “Whatever happened in the past is […]
“What do you do?” Not too long ago, I’d struggle to answer; even to say the words, “I’m a coach.” I’d try so hard to sound like a seasoned professional – that “fake it, til you make it” became my mantra. Why – because for more than 25 years, I was a business owner and […]
Is it a matter of discipline or right habits when it comes to succeeding at work or life? Contrary to what most people believe, success is not a marathon of “being disciplined.” Success is really a 5K — a sprint intensely fueled by discipline just long enough for the right habit to kick in. Build […]
Have you ever “lost desire” in the process of achieving your goal? Maybe you wanted to lose 10 pounds within two weeks, but after a week of counting calories, replacing your meal with a protein shake, working out everyday, you realized that you still haven’t lost a single pound. So you grab a handful of M&Ms. […]
Is it possible there are no coincidences? That’s what I always tell myself when the serendipity of life reveals itself to me. It’s magical. I am sure you experience that same positive feeling like “it was meant to be.” Well that’s exactly what happened when Jen and I met a few years ago – rather […]
Think work life balance is out of your reach? It used to be that life was really crazy busy only during the holidays. But now all of our lives are spinning at a thousand miles an hour including those who surround us (family, friends, colleagues, lovers, neighbors). I can’t even keep up with the busyness […]
I work with optometrists and other goal-driven professionals who want to create breakthroughs in their personal and professional lives. It’s interesting to me that so many high achieving professionals are overwhelmed by feeling less than satisfied with their lives. Perhaps the act to pursue our goals only results in a guarantee to keep us busy […]
Everyday my work offers me the opportunity to appreciate the greatness of human potential and the individuals I am honored to serve as their coach. Here’s a preview of one great client who is an emerging Philadelphia Woman Leader in Business — Eighteen months ago, Julie Terrana’s life was completely out of balance. That’s not […]
Get back to it . . . or a NEW start? September is a time we choose to either “get back to it,” or choose “to start new.” I’m seeing signs of back to school and that reflects the grey reality for me of summer’s wind-down. Simultaneously, it’s also the start of a new […]
I have to admit, I really love the July fourth holiday. I love the celebration of summertime traditions – from grilling to swimming to an evening of fireworks – all red, white and blue. But most of all I love its truths – for a life of interdependence –vs- independence. That’s what our founding fathers […]
‘Tis the season for graduations, “best in the class,” inspirational speeches, diplomas, awards -these are all celebrations for achieving success. A few weeks ago, I attended the Hill School graduation – a personal tradition in which my husband and I hold with deep reverence in honor of our daughter Jodi, class ’03. The Hill has […]
