Discover Your Calling: 3 Powerful Strategies to Find Passion in Your Work
A shocking 85% of employees worldwide feel disengaged or actively disengaged at work, according to Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace report. 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. But finding your passion in work is so […]
You Are Just a Number. And You Are Replaceable, But You Can Be Yourself
According to a 2023 Workplace Loyalty Survey, a staggering 76% of employees report feeling disposable at their workplace. Yet only 24% have a concrete plan for their career beyond their current employer. You are probably like many others who dream of working for a company and moving up the corporate ladder. You give all your […]
Identity Beyond Your Career: Finding Balance in a Work-Obsessed World
According to Gallup’s Annual Work and Education Survey, 70% of Americans with a college education identify themselves with their job. Interestingly, women are a little more likely to get a sense of their identity from their jobs than men do. As management expert Peter Drucker once warned, “The most dangerous leadership myth is that leaders […]
Midlife Career Change: 7 Proven Steps to Reinvent Yourself
Embarking on a midlife career change can be daunting and exhilarating. However, many have successfully navigated this path. In fact, a recent survey revealed that an impressive 97.48% of individuals who transitioned careers reported their change as successful. Reflecting on my own journey, I recall the uncertainty and fear of the unknown. The thought of […]
Simple Ways to Reduce Stress, Improve Health, and Live Longer: A Science-Backed Guide
Did you know that according to the American Psychological Association, about 77% of Americans often face physical symptoms due to stress? Plus, workplace stress costs U.S. companies around $300 billion each year in absenteeism and healthcare expenses. But here’s the silver lining: making some straightforward lifestyle adjustments can significantly lower your stress and enhance your […]
Book Review: The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins
By Mark Danaher, Career & Executive Coach www.markdanaher.com As a career and executive coach who works with professionals navigating major life transitions, I found Mel Robbins’ “The Let Them Theory” to be an invaluable resource that addresses one of the most challenging aspects of change – managing relationships during transformation. The book’s insights on adult […]
The Power of Gratitude: A Personal and Professional Journey
Last week, I had a conversation with Sarah, one of my career coaching clients, that stuck with me. After our last session, where we talked about workplace relationships, she took a simple yet meaningful step. She wrote a heartfelt email to her former manager, thanking him for giving her a chance three years ago. That […]
The Magic of Belief: Life Lessons from Father and Son Mice
In the charming world of Rankin/Bass’s “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,” we find more than just a holiday tale – we discover a profound story about faith, family, and the power of belief told through the unlikely heroes of a clockmaker mouse named Joshua and his intellectually precocious son Albert. Their journey teaches us valuable […]
The Gratitude Revolution: Unlocking Holistic Success in Leadership and Life
According to a groundbreaking study published in the Journal of Positive Psychology, leaders who practice daily gratitude experience a 72% increase in feelings of professional fulfillment and demonstrate 50% higher team engagement scores than those who don’t. “Gratitude is not just an emotion; it’s a catalyst for transformation that can revolutionize both your personal life […]
The Power of Professional Affirmations: A Personal Journey
Let me share something that’s transformed both my coaching practice and my own professional life. You know those moments before a big presentation when your heart’s racing? Or when you’re about to walk into a tough negotiation? I’ve been there, and I’ve found something that really works: professional affirmations. Why Affirmations Actually Work This isn’t […]
