Mission driven organizations sometimes frown upon self-promotion. I think it stems from our puritan/religious traditions that one is called to serve, not advanced through self-promotion. Iâve noticed this cultural trend over the years with several of our non-profit and healthcare organizations in particular. I recall how difficult it was for a coaching client from a non-profit healthcare […]
When processing dozens, if not hundreds, of resumes, decision makers at the corporate level look for a personal brand that sets the candidate above all the competition. This goes beyond any checklist of credentials or skills. Others may have exactly the same list. Instead, weâre talking about the personal characteristics you will bring to the […]
To be successful in business, it is critical to build and maintain relationships. Not just with customers, but also with vendors, employees and competitors. You need to have long-term customers and good vendor relationships especially during challenging times or tight deadlines. Good relationships with other business owners allow you to share your struggles, resources and […]
Balancing work and home life is a challenge for many. As actors in our own lives, we hold many leading roles (parent, spouse, caregiver, friend, employee, etc.) which are often competing for time and attention. Attending to all these roles and responsibilities is quite a juggling act which from time to time can be overwhelming. […]
Women are as qualified as men to hold leadership positions, yet in 2015 only 23 Fortune 500 companies were led by women. Thatâs less than 5%. Why is there such a huge disparity?1 Research indicated that in contrast to men who tend to be more career-centric and driven by the desire to maximize their […]
 Although many coach trainees engage in mentoring as a credentialing requirement, the opportunity to participate in this self-directed learning is an excellent investment in yourself on both a professional and personal level. The support that comes from a coach mentor brings your learning to a different mastery level.Mentoring is a time to look at how […]
So you have a new project in mindâa major undertaking, a shift in direction, the kind of thing that will put your company on the map or reaffirm its dominance in the market. And you are feeling a little… overwhelmed. This leadership thing is not for the faint of heart. Even after all of these years, a […]
You walk into a meeting late and people are already in huddles. Colleagues glance over ever so briefly then turn back to their conversations. You sit down in a corner and use your smartphone to check email. Once the group discussion starts, you want to offer an opinion but canât seem to get a word in. Eventually, you […]
By Susan Murphy Are you holding yourself back because of low confidence? Do you spend a lot of time âin your headâ worrying, regretting, putting yourself down, and wishing things were different? Do you stop yourself from taking advantage of opportunities and reaching the success of which you know you are capable? Without confidence, you […]
By The Quiet Leadership Institute In his new book Peak: Secrets of the New Science of Expertise, K. Anders Ericsson proposes that almost all of us have the seeds of excellence within usâitâs just a question of nurturing them via deliberate practice. What is deliberate practice? Deliberate practice is the breakdown of expertise into a  series of […]