The Power of We

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Changing the world one woman at a time.  That's what they say at Women For Change Coaching Community (W4C3) where the mission is to bring together a community of support and make coaching accessible for all women who are seeking positive change in their lives.  Having just launched the organization in July 2012, W4C3 serves women who have an … [Read more...]

Civil Debate

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I had a new experience yesterday speaking to the Indianapolis Convention and Visitors Association staff about their Personal Brands and the 7 Dynamics of Change. I was amazed to learn that they are the Yellow Pages and Event Planners of Indianapolis for anyone who needs them. They handle even more than conventions (and Superbowls!)  and are an … [Read more...]

Bring on the storm

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The Monon Trail was pretty barren yesterday during my sweat exercise of pedaling a bike for 13 miles.  I know--crazy to do at nearly 100 degrees, but I've been upping my exercise routine---determined to prove that turning 50 isn't going to slow me down, and push that number (which just recently crept up) on the scale back down where it belongs.  … [Read more...]

What’s on your list? What’s your Iowa?

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  I love to make lists.  I love to mark things off as I accomplish my tasks.  I’ve also been known to say---“if I don’t write it down, it won’t happen.” There’s no question that we all have an endless number of tasks to complete in our life, related to health, our work, home upkeep, relationships, etc.  The real question … [Read more...]

How do I set goals for my business and employees?

  “Goals in writing are dreams with deadlines.”   ~Brain Tracy   Yes, businesses can grow without formal goals, but they may not grow as fast or in the direction desired.  Having focus on what you want and aligning your team behind it is the most efficient and effective way to achieve the success that you want for your … [Read more...]

Why do I need Core Values for my company?

Core values are the blueprint for your life and your business.  They are the boundaries that determine your behavior, the expected behavior of your employees and how the company behaves within the world of business.  So it goes without saying that core values are an important piece of the foundation of your organization.   You may … [Read more...]

Employee Conflict

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  Although I’ve lived through my own conflicts with colleagues, direct reports and bosses during my 20 year corporate experience, I now see how these situations arise and play out in other businesses through my coaching clients.  No matter where you are, boss, owner or employee, conflicts  occur.   One of my favorite quotes … [Read more...]

You are who you hang with

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How many times were we warned as children that we would get a reputation by hanging out with the wrong people? I know I heard that once or twice along the way, and I found that it was true. FreeDigitalPhotos.net Jim Roan, a motivational speaker, once said   ” You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with.” So … [Read more...]

Are you easy to find?

  I do a ton of networking.  In my business it's necessary.  No one wakes up in the morning and says "I think I'll hire a coach today", and pulls open the yellow pages.  First--they're more likely to google Personal or Life Coach and their location, like 'Life Coach Indianapolis' and see what pops up, rather than use the yellow pages.  … [Read more...]

The most important thing about Your Personal Brand

  When Tom Peters wrote the article “The Brand Called You” in Fast Company Magazine in 1997, he made us aware of the importance of differentiating ourselves from our ‘competitors’.   It was an excellent analogy showing how we all have something to sell, and in fact, that we are selling ourselves every day. I agree and speak … [Read more...]