My world is somewhat divided these days – I have a group of people who are bloggers and online entrepreneurs, and then my “real life” friends and family, who struggle with understanding what I actually do. I feel lucky to have both perspectives because undoubtedly, each faction sees different things…
“I’m stuck. I’m not sure what to do or how to move forward.” How many times have you uttered those words out loud or said them secretly to yourself? I mumble them daily, for one reason or another. It’s the sound of doubt creeping in – but how you move…
When I was on my own path of exploring where I wanted my career to go and what my ultimate path was going to be, I was working in a high-paying, high-stress, 50%+ travel, high-powered position. Yes, everything was high. It was the crowning jewel of my career up until…
The other night a new acquaintance asked me what I did for a living, and continued to wonder why anyone would need a coach if they had supportive friends like she did. For those of us whose lives have been touched, guided or changed by a coach, that question is…
Since the big crash in 2008, many workers, especially unemployed workers, have decided to go back to school to earn an advanced degree hoping that investing time and money in their education now, will result in a bigger job and more money later. Great idea in theory, but as far…
Not quite a year ago, I came across a course called Make Sh*t Happen. The details of how I stumbled across the online course that changed my life, are still a bit fuzzy. But I remember seeing the website about it and the course’s leader, Jenny Blake, and I immediately…
Every year I say the same thing come July – where did the year go? It’s mid-year check-in time, which means reflection, analysis and sometimes a swift kick in the pants when it comes to my personal goals and resolutions. But before we even go there, let me catch you…
I was watching a Tedx talk by Elan Morgan (aka – Schmutzie and Ninjamatics) about the Power of Self-Doubt and her talk resonated with me – definitely a great video to check out. But it wasn’t her intended topic (self-doubt), that struck a nerve. Instead, I was reminded to be…
I’m not really sure when we all start being worried about what other people may think or say, but I know that the fear of being judged is a huge roadblock to pursuing your dreams. A few weeks ago Seth Godin posted an entry titled: You will be judged (or…