I love metaphors. There is something powerful about taking a concept and turning it into a word picture to help you understand what is being explained to you. I think we all can agree we want to grow personally and professionally. We also know we need to have a growth mindset to make this...
Are you looking to expand your network and tap into new avenues of business growth? Building referral partnerships could be the key to unlocking a world of opportunities. Imagine having a network of trusted individuals and businesses who not only believe in your offerings but actively refer...
Meet Sarah, the CEO of a tech startup. With a passion for innovation and a keen eye for detail, Sarah had always been a strong decision-maker. However, as her company grew, she realized that her decisions were sometimes driven by her desire to control every aspect of the business rather than...
Running a small business is no small feat. As a small business owner, you wear multiple hats and navigate through countless challenges. Despite your accomplishments and expertise, there may be times when you doubt your abilities and feel like a fraud. This phenomenon is known as imposter...
I’ve recently had the privilege of being interviewed on a couple of podcasts (you can find my previous interviews on the Media Page on my website). During the most recent interviews, I was asked how a leader can empower others.
In my book, Right Now Leadership, I share a series of mindsets...
I had some fantastic adventures last summer! We completed a hike up at Artist Point (near Mount Baker in Washington State). The pictures are gorgeous, and I learned some great lessons about resilience from an unexpected source. I wanted to share a powerful story with you about our adventure....
I have a mentor who has been sharing good advice on generating conversations with potential clients for several weeks. As stubborn as I am, accepting the advice has taken me longer than I'd like to admit. Does anyone else struggle like I do with this?
He’s been a member of the...
Change is hard, inevitable, and a process. What if you had the secret to how internal change worked? What would you do with it? What would you change in your life? I'll share the exact steps (four of them) you can follow to create the change you want. But first, let's talk about the elephant in...
Before I get started with these amazing stories and experiences, let's define NLP. Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) is a study of how we communicate with ourselves and others. It is a way to understand how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected and how we can change our patterns to...
Let's talk about delegation.
According to London Business School professor John Hunt, only 30% of managers (think business owners) believe they can delegate well. Secondly, if the person you are delegating to can complete the task at least 70% as well as you can, you should delegate it to them.
A...
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, team empowerment has emerged as a key driver of success. By cultivating a culture of growth and innovation in the workplace, organizations can unlock the full potential of their teams and achieve remarkable results.
Team empowerment goes...
One huge catalyst in my life for ultimately writing Right Now Leadership - A 4-Part Framework for Today's Leader, was a motorcycle accident I had several years ago. Below is an excerpt from the book on this incident. It gives you a deeper insight into why I wrote this book and the impact I desire...