I love coaching. I love it because of the way it helps me get laser-focused on what’s important, and because I know there’s someone on the other end of the line really helping me become my own best self by asking powerful questions and challenging me to think outside of the box. I also feel […]

It’s not what you’ve got, it’s what you do with it.”
What if I told you that you already have all of the skills, resources and talent you need to pursue what you really want?
What if you already knew all the right people?
What if your current job was the perfect one to equip you with the […]

From time to time, I like to reflect on questions that help me examine how I can get through my day (and life, for that matter) with more ease and less stress. Today’s questions (I recommend you set aside 15-20 minutes of quiet time):
How do I get in my own way?
If I stopped (behavior/s […]

Big. Hairy. Scary. Goals. There - I said it again. You all know what I’m talking about - those goals that seem so big and scary that you can barely bring yourself to admit that they exist somewhere in that brain of yours.  As I continue along through my training to become a life coach, […]

We’ve all got one, whether its actually written on piece of paper or covered by dust in the attic of your brain. It’s a life checklist - things you want to do before you die. Goals, like buying a house or reaching a certain point in your career, seem a little more serious; a life […]

I wanted to take a minute to let you know (if you haven’t already checked out the coaching page) that in addition to writing this blog and maintaining this website, I help young professionals gain confidence and control over their financial and professional lives - while helping them discover what they are truly passionate […]

This exercise is adapted from a book called Resonant Leadership. I have many friends who are in transition between jobs - and more still who are wondering what’s next in their career. You may find this exercise helpful for articulating job qualities that are compelling, interesting and most importantly, thrilling.
Exercise: Taking a Fantasy Job
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Someone asked me recently how I stay motivated to pursue what I am passionate about. Answering that question required me to already know what I am passionate about. So I thought it might be helpful for me to share with you some ways that I’ve uncovered and identified passions of mine (other than gut instinct, […]

A friend of mine, Adrian Klaphaak, recently sent out his December newsletter. In it he tells a story about the wars we fight with ourselves. The questions he posed in the third section were particularly striking to me, and I encourage you to read the full post and take some time to reflect for yourself. […]