Category Archives: Coaching

Take The Dumpling

Posted on October 26, 2018 by Christine Healey de Casanova

I was sitting next to Manohar, aka Manny, best man from my wedding at a dinner recently. Earlier he toasted my husband for his “great choice in restaurants.” Feeling underappreciated, I quipped, “I chose the restaurant.” And then I immediately … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Leadership Skills, Life Skills, Women in Business

5 Keys To Build Trust

Posted on October 9, 2018 by Rachel Lamb

Someone recently asked what I would consider a necessity for a module on building trust. I think about this topic a lot because there are so many things people can do to affect a positive or negative interaction with others, … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Leadership Skills, Life Skills, Networking

If I Only Remember One Thing About You, What Do You Want It To Be?

Posted on September 26, 2018 by Jay Sullivan

When it comes to technology, I’m neither a gadget guy nor a Neanderthal. I’m happy to use the latest and greatest, as long as it’s easy and helps me get more done or enjoy the experience more. The difficulty is … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Meeting Skills, Networking, Uncategorized

From Listing Skills To Leveraging Stories: How To Show, Not Tell, Your Value

Posted on September 13, 2018 by Jay Sullivan

It’s been along year already. That’s not a comment on the political environment, but on your own schedule at work. You’ve accomplished a ton. You’ve been involved in some projects that were planned, and some that sprang out of nowhere. … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Meeting Skills, Networking

How Do You Inspire And Engage Your Team?

Posted on August 28, 2018 by Tanya Morgenthaler

Why do people listen to you? Is it out of obligation? Admiration? Fear? A little bit of everything? As a leader your job is to inspire, mentor, encourage, and continuously develop your team. You want to foster an environment of … Continue reading →

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The Courage Of Questions

Posted on August 2, 2018 by Michele Smith

Many of us think of communication as the delivery of words, information, ideas, opinions. And this is accurate – a Merriam-Webster definition of communication is “information transmitted or conveyed.” But what about the other important element in a successful exchange … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, E-Mails, Meeting Skills, Questions

Mindfulness And Trust: The Keys To Successful Leadership

Posted on July 26, 2018 by Jay Sullivan

“What keeps you fulfilled in your role?” Whether we are navigating a busy sidewalk, or navigating through our career, when we lose perspective, we lose our bearing and risk faltering. Having perspective on our situation requires self-awareness; we need to … Continue reading →

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2 Ways Kevin Anderson’s Wimbledon Attitude Can Help You Build Confidence

Posted on July 13, 2018 by Jim Sterling

Kevin Anderson, the No. 8 seed, after beating Roger Federer, the No. 1 seed, in the 2018 quarterfinals at Wimbledon Tennis Championship, July 2018: “I think the toughest thing players face when going out playing somebody like Roger in this … Continue reading →

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4 Keys To Creating Commitment At Work

Posted on July 12, 2018 by Jay Sullivan

“Leadership requires acknowledging the sacredness of every individual, not from a place of fear, but from a place of love.” An engaged workforce produces better results. Whether you manage a team of finance professionals, a department of insurance underwriters, or … Continue reading →

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Melania’s Unspoken Message

Posted on June 29, 2018 by Torene Valerio

You’ve probably heard about Melania Trump’s recent controversial outfit choice. She wore a green trench coat with the message, “I really don’t care, do u?” while boarding the plane to visit the detention centers that are holding immigrant children in … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, Leadership Skills, Learning Exchange, Life Skills, Uncategorized, Women in Business