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Are you coachable?
I was having coffee with a friend, a marketing guru at a local company. And he laughed, saying “I don't think I'm coachable.” It was an offhand comment, but what makes someone coachable? And what does a coach actually do?
How to make time for reflection
If you’re anything like me, then you end your day feeling like you did so much. But what exactly did you do? What did you actually learn?
Get used to being uncomfortable
Discomfort is a part of the mindset and journey in building a company. It’s also connected to vulnerability and emotional agility. Which is why few people like it.
Looking forward by looking back
What would a year-end review for yourself look like? After all, this time of year has a ‘wind-down’ mentality. We spend time reflecting to learn and internalize what we have gone through.
Control isn’t a bad thing
If I’ve noticed anything about people, it’s that the theme of control is prevalent everywhere. We all want it, and it’s not a bad thing.
User error
As a competitive tennis player, I observed (too many times) a player smash his or her racquet because she or he was upset about losing a point. Or the outcome of a match. Almost as if the player was blaming the equipment.
Free Community Event: Goal setting
Goals matter. Join us for a free event to help you can focus your intent and create goals that will move you closer to where you want to be.
Your commitment to growth
We’re looking for people who are willing to challenge the status quo, push themselves outside their comfort zone and take on new challenges and opportunities with this mindset of “how can I grow?”
The art of self-compassion
Self-compassion is an act of taking what you would tell a friend, and trying to tell yourself that same thing. And, more importantly, believing it.
The Power of Future Thinking
Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Chances are, you've been asked that question -- particularly in job interviews.
“It’s not you, it’s me.” Why the context of our relationships matters.
Is it possible to raise money and build a culture and company that you really want?
With every strength comes limitations
Our greatest strengths are also limitations. This is not a cliché — it’s real. And it’s what we mean when we talk about ‘aptitude.’