The Pitfalls of Procrastination
We all put off making decisions and taking action sometimes (yes, me too). It's okay to do that occasionally but if you are a regular pontificator then it will constantly cause you pain, even if you aren't aware of it. By putting things off on a regular basis you hold... Read More
The Role of Grief Group Facilitators
Technically, there are two types of grief groups. Informational and support groups are for individuals who have an interest in the grief process. The purpose of these groups is to promote grief education and awareness. It covers the grief process in a more academic fashion.The second type of grief group... Read More
3 Secrets to Developing Superior People Skills
1. If What You Are Doing Is Not Working Change Your ApproachWhen I was in school I always had a small group of close friends but I never found it easy meeting new people. By the time I reluctantly entered the work force it was clear that my communication skills... Read More
How Does Sports Coaching Differ from Corporate Coaching?
Athletes Versus EmployeesMost athletes are young, open to improvement, eager to learn and anxious to receive what a coach can provide. For the athlete, there is a defined season and something tangible to compete for. Feedback is automatic, immediate, and specific; and athletes can easily change coaches and/or teams. Employees,... Read More
People Pleasing and How to Stop!
"People pleasing can leave you feeling empty and taken advantage of." Deb MeltonOne of the ways fear shows up in our lives and keeps us from living fully is when we become a people pleaser. You know when you are doing it. You pick up the check and put it... Read More
The Benefits of Coaching
When I was first introduced to the profession of personal coaching, my first initial thought was that it sounded exactly like something I would love to pursue. I did further investigation into the profession and before I knew it I was happily enrolled in the Coach Training Program offered through... Read More
Whats in it for me if I Hire A Coach?
1. An unshakable foundation:Create and build your life from the ground up. A foundation built on solid ground will support anything and everything you take on, go through and/or desire.2. Your personal negotiables and non-negotiables:People who live in integrity and with self-awareness enjoy rewarding careers and relationships. Knowing and living... Read More
Making Changes in Your Personal Life
Making changes in your personal life can be a tough process. Change starts with a thought. It cannot begin without one. However, what we think and dream is not always what those around us choose to envision for us.Why do I bring this up? Because I know first hand that... Read More
Run to Win
I was never much of an athlete growing up. Notoriously clumsy, I was ostracized by our school volleyball and basketball teams. Nevertheless, there was one sport in which I excelled - running. Year after year I won top prizes at school track meets.Characteristics of successful runners are similar to those... Read More
Listening Skills In Relationships
Recently, when out to dinner with another couple, my husband is surprised at what someone says about one of our neighbors. He even comments this to the person about his amazement. Less than one week later, my husband comments to me he wonders about this very situation. After asking him,... Read More
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Are You Addicted To Your Activities?
Activities - such as sports, creative projects, reading, work, TV,... Read More
Do You Dither in Your Job Search?
I looked up the definition of "to dither" before writing... Read More
Using Audio Programs to Increase Your Knowledge and Productivity
If you do any significant amount of driving, a simple... Read More
You Have The Right
The other day I was having a interesting conversation with... Read More
Are You At The Point Of No Return?
There is a point at which everything becomes simple and... Read More
The Power of Online Memberships
Have you ever noticed geese flying overhead, whether that be... Read More
Think Twice Before Youre Nice
A few months back I had a disturbing dream. In... Read More
The Great Marketing Reframe
From grimaces to stomach knots, talking about marketing seems to... Read More
A Numbers Game!
Three years ago, Paul left his corporate job to launch... Read More
The Biggest Loser
I am a "Loser". You're gonna learn from this writing... Read More
How Stella (Laurie) Got Her Groove Back!
Being a Life Strategy Coach doesn't mean I'm always on... Read More
Ten Benefits of Having a Relationship Coach
As a Master Certified Relationship Coach, I work with singles... Read More
Your Mindset Determines Your Success in Life
To keep at the top of your game you have... Read More
Coaching: The Art of Putting Yourself In Somone Elses Shoes
COACHING STEPS: The following are five (5) steps a coach... Read More
The Power of Effective Coaching Skills
The most valuable assets of a 20th century company were... Read More
Do You Want to Make More Money as A Life Coach
There's a lot of coaches out there not making any... Read More
Change the Words and Change the World
Excerpt From The Relationship Handbook: How to Understand and Improve... Read More
Flying in the Slow Lane
Dogs distrust hot air balloons. I gathered this tidbit as... Read More
How to Crack a Daunting Task!
If you have a daunting task and the mere thought... Read More
The Incredible Rightness of Being
An Age-Old QuestionSearching for more meaning in our lives has... Read More
An Example of Allowing a Desire to Arrive on Its Own
I don't know why, but it seems we trip over... Read More
Fear of Intimacy
Emotional intimacy is one of the most wonderful experiences we... Read More
How to Give Yourself a Check Up From the Neck Up
When was the last time you did some dedicated physical... Read More
The Rewards and Risks Of Personal Freedom
We all need to decide whether to "play it safe"... Read More
Integrating Life and Work
Organizations are finally creating cultures that support a work and... Read More
Sorry Dr Maslow, I Think You Got It Wrong
In the 1950s Abraham Maslow published a book entitled "... Read More
Developing Will Power and Self Discipline
Most people admire and respect strong individuals, who have won... Read More
Gullibles Travels
A journey by a web-footed gull through a sea of... Read More
Personal Core Values: Your Key to Success and Happiness
Each of us has our own set of personal values;... Read More
Recreating Yourself
So it's time for a change. You've taken that hard... Read More
7 Steps to Take Control of Your Life
Taking control of your life is getting in touch with... Read More
Coaching Employees - The Chronic Excuser
Most of us find coaching employees to be an effective,... Read More
Becoming An Empowered Consumer
How many times have you said to yourself?"I just wish... Read More
D.I.S.C.I.P.L.I.N.E.
What does this word really mean anyway? According to Webster's... Read More
101 Winning Choices
Personal missions statements (PMS) are just nothing but the winning... Read More
How to Save Yourself from Negative Influences
Watching the news can be hazardous to your health.It's a... Read More
How to Choose the Right Coach for You
So you want to hire a coach but with so... Read More
What Dost Thou Speaketh? Hey, Affirm This Way!
Articulating repetitive statements with emotion will inevitably connect you to... Read More
COACHING: When it?s Beyond Oprah and Dr. Phil
How many more servings of the daytime self-help salad will... Read More
How to Make $100,000 Dollars as a Personal Trainer ? Part B for Business!
My name is Greg Ryan. For the last twenty years... Read More
A Sure-Fire, 10-Step Formula To Get Started As A Coach Or Consultant
"My guess is first I'll need some zippy flyers and... Read More
Top Ten Tips for Living Authentically
1. Know your purposeAre you wandering through life with little... Read More
Choosing an Apprentice
Along the path from where you are now to millions... Read More
Increase Your Intelligence With Music
You Are What You Listen ToCan music really help you... Read More
Are You Addicted To Your Activities?
Activities - such as sports, creative projects, reading, work, TV,... Read More
Living In The Now
I hope you are sitting down as you read this!... Read More
The Long Way
I wrote you about four years ago, when my eight... Read More
What is Coaching?
Recently, I have received several emails asking me about coaching... Read More
The Great Marketing Reframe
From grimaces to stomach knots, talking about marketing seems to... Read More
Self-contentment Leads to Confidence
Being self-content means accepting and acknowledging who you are at... Read More
How to be Your Authentic Self
Most of us play many different roles in the course... Read More
Belief Management - The Missing Ingredient?
"Joan, I'm working so hard and I'm not getting anything... Read More
Poise, Posture, and Performance
Good posture is seen to have many advantages. From an... Read More
Top Ten Things You Would Never Hear a Coach Say (or then again?!)
When coaching, it's all about the client, be that as... Read More
What I Would Include In A Coaching Book
A coach is an essential figure in providing direction and... Read More
The American Dream ? Are We Really Free?
The promises of THE AMERICAN DREAM (to have it all... Read More
Coaching Skills
IntroductionThe question for leaders in organizations today is how do... Read More
Action NOT Reaction
Do you feel you are in charge of your life... Read More
A Quick Checklist for Improving Your Life
1. Learn About YouIf you don't know who you are... Read More
What Is A Personal Trainer
Imagine stepping into the gym for the first time in... Read More
Where to Begin?
January is the king of months for those looking to... Read More
Ch-Ch-Chain of Hearts: Cranking Up Compassion
Can you hear your compassion? It's time to crank it... Read More
Truth About Life Coaching School Accreditation
With life coaching becoming "the" career choice in this millennium,... Read More
Coaching Skills Does Matter At Chick?fil-A
In this discussion, we talk about Coaching Skills with Phil... Read More
Relaxation Couldnt Be Simpler
Many people use their sofa and TV to help them... Read More
Why a Coach is NOT a Consultant
Often while talking to people about my coaching practice I... Read More
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