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Winning tough competitions requires skill and mindset. What makes it feel so much sweeter? How our brain works might surprise you.
There are times when breaking the rules is the right thing to do. When do you and your organization break the rules? When should you and your organization break the rules?
“Don’t be the smartest person in the room.” I love that, and I really try to embrace it in other areas, too. I also do not want to be the most successful person in the room. Why, and how is it beneficial?
Do you prefer puppies and flowers or swearing? What helps you get through the tough times in life that we all face? Here are three tools I use to weather the storms and stay as positive as possible.
Coaching well is an amazing feeling. Why do I want to be a masterful coach? Is it working? What is the best use of your skills, talents and life lessons learned?
What goals are you setting for yourself? How are you holding yourself accountable?
Flowers are both lovely and an interesting choice for celebrating one of the toughest jobs of humankind. Being a mother is the most all-in experience of a lifetume, involving body, mind and spirit. This Mother’s Day, I invite you to reflect on the amazing life you have created and the awesome potential within you. Read more.
Remember being told, "There are no stupid questions?" The outlandish questions are usually what lead to the most revolutionary ideas.
Good teams can be made stronger by leveraging the science behind group dynamics. Giving your group the space to productively "storm" can help them reach the highest heights to "perform."
Team racing, what I call “speed chess on the water,” is a mentally challenging sport. The beauty of team racing regattas lies in the ability of sailors to constantly learn and improve, ultimately creating a challenging and fulfilling experience for all involved. A recent three-day regatta demonstrated how humility and vulnerability are the key to success: allowing you to embrace mistakes and learn from them.