There is nothing like being a parent to push you out of your comfort zone and hit you with life lessons you may or may not have been prepared to learn. This was true last week. The lesson I was learning (repeatedly) was the importance of fully listening without trying to fix or solve a problem. Listening to hear what…
Read More4 Reasons Why You Need to Stop Saying You’re So Busy!
How many times in a week does someone say to you – oh, I’m so busy. Usually this starts with – I’d love to help you, but I’m so busy. Sorry I can’t attend, I’m so busy. Somehow saying I’m so busy has become the go-to excuse to get out of a work and social commitments. But here’s the problem….
Read MoreDon’t Be a Wallflower. Engage. Connect.
I recently returned from speaking at the BC Communications Forum in Vancouver. While I am a big fan of conferences (not just as a speaker but also as an attendee), I know there are two sides to this camp – those who love them and those who think they’re a waste of time. If you hate conferences, I won’t try…
Read MoreWhen is a good time to make a jump (in your career)?
Ten months ago I quit my job. It was good paying job with benefits, lots of vacation time and a short commute to work. I had moved across the country to take this job (in honesty, I had taken the job to move across the country). And I had only been in the role for two years. A lot of…
Read MoreNow is the Best Time to Take Control of Your Career
Every January I work through my vision and goal setting for the coming year. I know I’m not alone in doing this as it seems to be an annual topic of discussion with many of my friends. I can’t count how many times quitting a job, going after a dream job (or less soul sucking job), getting a promotion, learning…
Read MoreIt’s Time to Invest in YOU!
Right now I’m busy running kids to activities, shopping for presents and going to holiday gatherings. Let’s face it – it can all be a bit much! While this time of year is about giving to others, I wonder when, if at all, we give ourselves permission to give to ourselves. Now I’m not talking about going for coffee with…
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