In this video, I am going to talk about why it's important to pay it forward and how it can really make a difference...

Do you have a negative mindset? If so, it's holding you back from achieving your goals and dreams. In this video, I'm...

How you direct your attention is one of the most important things you can do to control your life. What you focus on...

I'm going to share some simple tips with you to help you maintain a positive mindset and be more committed to your...

There’s no doubt that a positive mindset is essential for success, but what exactly is a “positive mindset”?  It is...

Networking can be a great way to meet new people and expand your professional network. But it can also be a bit...

Are you living the life you want? Maybe you are mindlessly wandering around hoping to find your purpose...maybe you...

Do you know who you truly are? You go through life as a robot living and breathing your career, but never think about...

You've spent years developing your identity within your career. But what happens when you want to leave that career...

Life is a blur, and we never take time to care for ourselves. Yes, that is right, me and you; we need time to recharge...

We all know how important it is to take care of ourselves, but sometimes it can be difficult to find the time and...

You have one life and you should be happy and enjoy it each day. Yes, we have bad days, but you need to reflect and...

Everyone has different ideas of what living their best life would look like. For some, it might mean having a...

Each day you have an opportunity to change the way you see and act in the world. You sometimes have some negative...

Life can be tough. You might feel like you’re not good enough, that you’ll never achieve your goals, or that you’re...

Being Mindful each day is an essential way to be present and alive in your life. Be with the person you are talking...

Simple ways to Practice Mindfulness in Your Daily Life You don't need to meditate for hours or go on a silent retreat...

Are you present with the people you are talking to you? Are you focused on the here and now or thinking about the...

It was my lucky day! I finally won...I couldn't believe it! The heavens were smiling on me...Listen to hear about my...

Are you unhappy? Sad about moving to another company and regretting your decision to resign? Sometimes quick moves are...

Are you feeling lost in your career? Do you dread going to work each day? If so, you may be experiencing a midlife...

Do you have it? Why are you not sure? It is that thin we are striving for and trying to obtain...success, freedom, etc.

In my recent article “My Toxic Boss”...

Did you ever think about the impact of your manager on your purpose? Your supervisor can have a huge impact on your...

In my recent articles and videos, I have discussed the impact of a supervisor on your career and happiness.  Many of...

Does your boss impact your happiness? your career success? your purpose? Did you ever think that your boss has a...

Why Does the Manager Matter When Choosing A Job? When considering your purpose in choosing a job, you must also...

Are you thinking about your own work-life balance? When was the last time you took a few moments to review your...

How do you define yourself? Are you your job title? Do you see yourself as a doctor, teacher, lawyer, or accountant?...

Do you like who you are - Personally - Professionally? Do you think you can change your personality? If you are...

There are many things that you can do to find your purpose in life. Some people might tell you to focus on your...

So who do you network with within your personal and professional life? Are you actively engaged with them? Have you...

Many people believe that their personalities are set when they are younger and cannot be changed. Research suggests...

Are you out of balance? You are probably running full steam ahead without thinking of the consequences. You need to...

When making a career decision, it is essential to consider all aspects of your life - especially your work-life...

Do you want to be forced to work 40 hours plus in your job at the office?  Is work-life balance an important topic for...

Why the Weakest Link in Your Network Matters for Your Career Success Usually, the weakest link on a team is let go.  ...

Here are 4 Ways to Expand Your Professional Network 1.       Eliminate industry limitations and network beyond your...

Who are you? Are you planning to stay the same person for the rest of your life? Hoping to become successful and...

...Tips on how to Do It. In any meeting or social occasion, you may hear, "Can I find you on LinkedIn?" This social...

Do you want to achieve new successes in your life?   You need to take risks or you will always be where you are. ...

Do you feel like your career is progressing at a snail’s pace? Are you worried that you have not connected with your...

Do you have a dash? How are you creating moments in your life worth capturing? Do you love your life and what you are...

Are you feeling lost in life? You and millions of others struggle with that issue every day. Many of us feel that...

Are you afraid to take a risk? What if you took that risk and your dreams would come true? Would you consider taking a...

Are you feeling stuck in your career? Are you unsure what the next step is for you? You're not alone. Many mid-level...

Self-confidence is critical to success in your career. However, the challenging circumstances in our fast-paced...

Do you reflect on your goals? Do you take time each week to see how you are progressing and achieving your goals and...

3 Ways to Balance Your Work and Life More Effectively Are you looking for a sense of well-being? A work-life balance...

Do you dream of living a life you will love every day? Perhaps you feel pressure to achieve that desired lifestyle?...

Social media makes us all seem perfect in today's world based on the images that we see and post. In very few...

How are you taking care of your emotional environment?  Most of us ignore it until we are in pain or exhausted from...

This is my last in the series on the environment and its impact on your life and career.  One essential aspect of the...

As I continue my series on personal environment, I want to focus on the social aspects of your environment. You have...

It is the one environment that we can easily control and adjust to, but it is one we tend to ignore and live in the...

In my last article, I shared how the various physical, emotional, and social aspects of my environment have promoted...

What is your environment like?    It is something we take for granted yet play n important part in our success......

This week’s edition of the newsletter is on your environment and its impact on your success. This week I am going back...

Hello and welcome blog - Just in case you aren’t part of my email list, which includes Monday motivational morning...

Do you know about self-care?  It is essential to function well in your life and career.   Take a minute to hear more...

3 Ways to Boost Your Career Are you feeling like your career is going nowhere? Do you have the desire for a more...

Building career confidence may seem like a challenging task in a workplace where you face obstacles daily. When you...

Are you a leader? I believe you are! As a leader, it is important to understand and use your energy well each day....

And What you Should Look for… With more and more people calling themself coaches, it can be confusing and difficult to...

Let me share two ways you can gain clarity in your life and career.

What do you want out of life? How can you achieve the happiness you deserve? To answer these questions you will need...

Have you been rethinking your strategy to the goals you believed you would have moved forward on so far...It might be...

You have undoubtedly been through some challenging times lately.   It probably has affected your working and personal...

Are you struggling with stress? Let me share three ways to reduce stress at work and home....

Hello and welcome to my LinkedIn newsletter! This week’s edition of the newsletter is centered on ways coaching can...

Are you feeling lonely, doubting yourself, and not sure what to do? Many people are struggling with the same. Check...

Leaders are Struggling With No One to Turn to Many leaders are expected to be superheroes who can do everything and...

What are you doing right now to take care of yourself? You often put others before yourself which is hurting...

Well, not exactly.  I don’t like losing, but it happens every day.  Maybe not losing, but failing. There is rarely a...

If you are looking to celebrate 2021 and get ready for 2022, it is important to reflect back on what went well and...

Recognizing that you are self-sabotaging is the first step towards overcoming it. The next step is learning what you...

What are you doing that is holding you back in your career? Many times, you are doing small things that keep your...

How much time are you investing in yourself? Do you take time to reflect on where you are and where you want to be?...

Questioning yourself is often portrayed as a bad thing or a weakness. The advice goes ‘trust yourself’, ‘believe in...

Do you know what habits are serving you well? It is important to review and reflect on what is working and what may...

Creating a vision board is only the first step. Now you have to make the most out of it. But how?  Once you’ve...

What is holding you back in your life?  Do you know where you want to go?  Have you taken time to reflect on your...

A vision board can help maintain your determination to progress in your career. When we first enter the job market, it...

It is hard to keep focused on your goals, especially when you have to juggle your personal and professional life. It...

The path to success is long and hard.  Exercise and good physical health are key for achieving eventual success. A...

One of the hardest things to do is to herd cats.   It is almost impossible.  As I think about this image, I wonder...

Continuing professional development is the key to success in your career. The jobs you do today are vastly different...

So what is annoying you?  We all have things that we need to deal with and get through.  How are you handling these...

It’s easy to understand why mindfulness has entered the mainstream. It builds a sense of self-worth, focus,...

The power of a statement has no boundaries, especially with positive affirmations in the workplace. Often, you find...

Mindfulness helps us to perform at our best; that is especially true in a work environment. But the question many ask...

When you tend to be grateful, success is more likely. Thankfulness resonates around relationships, livelihoods, and...

Sometimes your current job is not in sync with your life's ambitions. You spend a lot of your life at the workplace -...

It is not always the biggest item on your to-do list that wins it for you.  Doing the little things consistently might...

Is self-care really necessary in achieving success? I believe it is. Those who can focus on themselves and not on...

Five Ways to Move Your Career Forward Do you feel like you're stuck in a career rut? Are opportunities few and far...

Have you ever tried to keep a pool operating well for the summer season?  Well, there can be many frustrations and...

Work-Life Blending is Important as You Consider a Career Change: Things to Consider Boundaries between our working...

How do you start your morning? Are you actively setting up for success or failure? It does not take that long to make...

In your career, sometimes you go through the same routine day after day. While this routine is comforting, you may be...

Change is undoubtedly the only constant in life. Sure, there was a time when it was typical to spend a lifetime...

Are you afraid of learning? Is your mind open to learning each day? It is essential if you want to grow and be...

For an experienced professional, contemplating a career change can be just as challenging as actually going through...

Are you stuck in a job that is not you? Do you face severe job burnout and wait restlessly for weekends? Are you...

What are your unique gifts in this world? More importantly, are you sharing these gifts with your community? Take a...

If today were your last day? Recently, I watched a rerun of a 2005 Stanford University commencement address by Steve...

When was the last time you had a S'more? Did you enjoy the taste and time it takes to get it just right? Are you doing...

In my first article, I reviewed the following three questions: Did you want to leave your position before the pandemic...

Are you thinking of quitting your job?  Have you really thought about why you want to leave... Take a few moments and...

During the pandemic, many people stayed hunkered down in their jobs for security. As we begin to leave the pandemic...

You are probably like many others who have the dream of working for a company and moving up the corporate ladder. You...

Two important pieces of making a career change are planning and engaging your network...When thinking about quitting...

5 Steps To Make A Career Change Career changes are common, but they can also be challenging. Changing your field,...

Are you considering a career change? Do you know where to start? Let me share the first two things to consider as you...

Work-life balance must be a top priority in your life. Let me show you have to achieve this essential balance. One of...

Planning a career change? Follow these 5 tips for a successful career pivot! There is only one thing constant in your...

Yes, You Can Reinvent Yourself During A Pandemic: Here Is How To Connect To Your True Calling Many people have one...

Sometimes life throws you a curveball. Following all the safety protocols and wearing a mask yet COVID found its way...

No matter what you do and how much you put yourself in a bubble, you are never 100% safe from the invisible virus. I...

After a year in a pandemic, what reflections have you done about where you are in life and your career? Now is a great...

Do you remember being a teenager, a young soul searching for its path, following your passion, and deciding what it is...

What do you do at a red light? How are you feeling? Negative and Anxious or Positive and Calm...Listen and see what...

Like most Americans, pulling up to a light that is just turning red is horrible. It seems like your life goes on hold...

Are you more like Tigger in how you go about life?  Carefree and a risk-taker - jump right in or are you more like...

One of our most positive and compelling emotions is gratitude. Even though it is a physically and mentally healthy...

Are you setting realistic goals? Are you setting stretch goals? More important - are you being consistent in acting on...

Let's debunk a widespread myth - winners aren't born; they are driven to it. Greatness and success are a choice—a...

What questions are you asking yourself? Are you asking the right questions? Are you challenging yourself enough with...

How to get your dream job? I have been working with many clients lately who have been afraid to apply for a job...

Love the work you do Do the work you love. When I work with clients, I want to help them find what they love to do and...

Are you engaged with your network? Do you take time to reach out and connect with all levels within your network of...

Many people are missing passion for their work. It is simply a way to keep a roof over the head and food on the table....

Getting unstuck and moving forward in your career Are you feeling… Stuck? Feeling trapped? Feeling there is no way...

Unhappy in your job....we all get down and not sure....this pain or uneasiness may be telling you something. Check out...

Three reasons why you might be stuck in your career Comfort and Familiarity You have been working in your job for many...

Reach out and connect with someone. Take a minute out of your day to give some gratitude and check in with friends,...

3 Reasons to Practice Gratitude in Your Career When you have had a hard day at work or have not received a promotion,...

We are all fatigued and wondering when things are going to change. It is important to do the little things and keep on...

Unplug and Recharge – 5 Easy Ways and more Are you feeling sluggish….run down…just going through the motions? You...

How are your New Year's Resolutions going? Well, maybe you shift your thinking to one thing...check out my latest...

Reflection is the Key You spend a significant amount of your time at your job each year.  How can you make this an...

That new car smell...come on in and take a whiff and listen for yourself...

It is important to examine your own career periodically to see where you are going. Many of us are struggling right...

Have you been reflecting and thinking about where you are in your career? Do you know where you want to go?...

A career conversation is an ongoing discussion with your employees to review and reflect on their skills and the steps...

5 Keys to Career Success by Changing Your Focus Everyone can agree that 2020 has been a difficult year. Thank goodness...

5 Ways to Network During a Pandemic 2020 certainly has been a hard year because of the pandemic and it is going to be...

Do you know how to move forward to find and put together an action plan?  What is the one big thing you can set as a...

According to Gallup’s Annual Work and Education Survey, 70% of Americans with a college education identify themselves...

Are you lost and not sure what to do. Some times we need a little help in setting our direction. Take some time in...

What have you done to treat yourself? Most of the time we take care of others before ourselves.  It needs to change so...

Do you feel like you are chasing your goals? Ever feel like you are in a maze trying to get out? Check out my latest...

How do you handle a crisis?  Is it with fear?  Is it with confidence?  Do you see the opportunity and learning that...

Sometimes we need to look back and see what we accomplish and what it led to...

What do you think of loyalty and staying with a company? Will it save your job?

How is your planning for your career going?Here are a few tips to help you... You need to be intentional...

I want to thank Mark Franklin and Rich Feller Ph.D. for their excellent training and experience. The past 4 months...

What have you been doing with your career right now? Are you sitting back scared or taking ... Check out my latest...

We can all learn from our past success.  Many times we leave breadcrumbs to follow... Listen to more below

Am I Happy? How you thought about your career? Is the current world pandemic having you question your place and role?...

Did you really know yourself?  Outside of your career...do you know who you are? Check out my short video

Are you stuck? Do you believe you can only do so much? Did you ever consider that you are constantly learning  and ...

Are you happy in your job?   Do you find yourself questioning if you are in the right position? With the uncertainty,...

I would be happy to meet you for a virtual coffee or tea to have a quick conversation and see how I can help you get...

During these uncertain times, we need to take care of ourselves....Check out my short below:It is important to have 15...

Have you had any good conversations lately? Do you miss your iPhone? Check out my short video on what you should be...

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Are you make connections?  Are you reaching out?  How can you make this world stronger? Check out this short video:  ...

What art are you making today? We are all artists and we are each painting different pictures. Check out my short...

Dealing with Worry, Stress, Anxiety, and Fear are important as we deal with our life and career. Listen to a short...

Please take a moment and watch this video...focus on others and help our country come together.   A few minutes will...

Sometimes 7 Days seems like a lifetime ago...this was case this past week...listen for yourself...Take time each day...

Sometimes we need to ground ourselves with what we have in our lives.  Take a moment to be grateful for who and what...

Are you the type of team that likes to sit back and hope the other team takes action?  Or are you the agressive team...

You are at the check out line.  YOu finally meet up with the cashier.  It should be a simple transaction, but then...

As you drive your car?  Do you stop at all the lights?  Or do you ignore them and keep going?You need to slow down at...

Time for recovery When you are overwhelmed or burning out in your career, is it essential to plan recovery moments in...

Look we all experience times and we are just tired and not engage in like I just don't want to be here at work.  You...

Hey Mark here. Are you overwhelmed, burned out, not too sure?  Listen, it's tough.  There's a lot of things going on....

The importance of finding balance so you get don’t overwhelm. With today’s fast-paced world. Many of us are running at...

The hardest thing to do is to take a moment and reflect on how your work and career are going. Many times, business...

Is Your Career Burning up? The hardest thing to do is to take a moment and reflect on how your work and career are...

Are you working too much? Not excited about getting up in the morning? I have been there. Running with my head cut...

Are you one of the 70% of Americans thinking about a new job? Are you actively looking or thinking about greener...

Making a job change is as difficult as ending a relationship. You burned out and not happy with your current job. Yet,...

The biggest obstacle in any career change is us.  Yes, we are our own roadblock to success and happiness I had a...

How to overcome your fear of losing your income when making a job change?  We all have fears when it comes to making a...

Think about the first time you wanted to ask someone out. You were nervous, scared, and you didn’t know what to do....

So, what is the biggest challenge in your career right now? Give yourself a moment to think about it. More important...

Crazy week. You know, short weeks are not good weeks, and it all depends on how we use our perspective in looking at...

Are you waiting for the next big step in your career? Have you been holding out for a significant change, growing more...

Maybe it’s time for a change. Maybe you’re just not happy in your current career or profession. Perhaps you’ve just...

I want to talk to a little bit about pivoting in your career. Whether it’s being an internal pivot as you are trying...

Here are some morning routines that I’ve been doing. One of the things I have been really working on is making sure...

We all have a favorite restaurant that you go to all the time. It could be for the food, the ambiance, the...

Living your best life can be hard to do. We have a tendency to focus on the negative and things that we can’t control....

Taking action to gain clarity. Look, we all have things in our lives that we get stuck in. We may not be happy in our...

An attitude of gratitude benefits every area of your life—personal and professional. Whether you wake up excited to go...

Leaving your job can be complicated. People may be inconvenienced and feelings may be hurt. To make things as simple...

People report feeling dirty when they network—they feel like they are trying to get something for nothing. The best...

LinkedIn is an important social media tool in your professional life. It can provide you with additional opportunities...

While we should be focusing most of our effort in areas where we are strong, there are some weaknesses that can’t be...

Do you find yourself looking for your weaknesses and trying to improve on them? That shows you have character—but...

Many of us suffer from perfectionism. We want everything to be just right — until one day when some action or...

High blood pressure, insomnia, weight gain, weakened immune system, a lowered sense of self-worth, aching...

There is a tendency for people to return to a relatively stable level of happiness even after a terrible event. Those...

There is nothing more fundamental to our humanity than our sense of belonging. Author Simon Sinek says that the...

Living a life infused with meaning is the ultimate reward. Figuring out what that meaning is takes a bit of effort....

Feeling envious of those around us has always been easy. Social media amplifies that tendency. We compare ourselves to...

So did you make network connections this past week? Did it go well? Sometimes we need to step out of our comfortable...

HWe think building a network means meeting new people in order to advance our careers—no wonder a Harvard study found...

Fear of failure happens to even the most successful people. Those who have reached the greatest heights in their...