When I mentor new professional speakers, I encourage them to become a master of reading a room, but not dependent on what they read. The art to develop โ defuse mood-killing energy early, harness the good vibes & believe in
Iโve supported people in achieving their bucket list dreams for over 1.5 decades now. And in those years of bringing heartfelt energy into my clientโs dreams, Iโve walked the walk by fully investing my own. One of my oldest bucket
Oops! What have I done! In over a decade of full-time coaching, Iโve made my share of mistakes. For anyone considering a similar leap into the coaching profession or already in the midst of it, you may find some points
Ten years ago, I had the great fortune of making friends with some wonderful people in Malawi and a nonprofit organization based in the US called the Face-to-Face Project. Out of this experience has come lifelong friendships, joy that's nearly
The Courage to Say Yes: Lessons Learned in Changing Careers
For many years, I had a knack for saying both yes and no to the wrong things! This meant taking on projects and activities that distracted me from my goals, and
Driven by a Like, a Love, or a Passion?
I’ve been reflecting a lot lately about the difference between liking something, loving something and being passionate about something. This is an important topic for anyone considering making a career change
Making the career change leap
In 2010, I made a major career change, a huge shift to a full-time pursuit of doing what I truly love for a living. My first career was corporate: as in suits & ties, negotiations and meetings, and
Making the career change leap
In 2010, I made a major career change, a huge shift to a full-time pursuit of doing what I truly love for a living. My first career was corporate: as in suits & ties, negotiations and meetings, and
Saying Yes. The easy way out?
Since my childhood full of Matchbox cars, G.I. Joe, and musical instruments, Iโve gravitated toward decisions and actions to please others. Iโm very good at saying yes. If thereโs any chance of disappointing someone