Monthly Archives: March 2024

Friends, tell me this: What does the BEST version of YOU look like?

Could it be someone who: ⤵ is never quick to anger ⤵ thinks before they speak ⤵ is measured with their words ⤵ is always ready to help others ⤵ is considered to be kind and thoughtful ⤵ assumes that … Continue reading

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Learn how to answer this interview question: Tell me about yourself.

Friends – it’s highly likely your job interview will start with this question. Do you know how to answer it in a way that helps you stand out? I came across this helpful video that shows how to answer this … Continue reading

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Do you have leadership presence? Do you know how to get it?

A friend was given feedback that she does not have “leadership presence”. My friend: 🧡consistently demonstrates a strategic mindset 💙 respectfully challenges poor decisions 💛 speaks up in meetings when needed 💚 is friendly, courteous and hardworking 💜 is well-liked … Continue reading

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Friends, who are you trying to control right now?

😮 Your direct reports? 😣 Your children? 😮 Your spouse? 😏 Your peers? 😥 Your friend? 😑 Your relatives? Why? Three things for you to think about: 1️⃣ Have you asked yourself WHAT you hope to achieve by controlling the … Continue reading

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A tiny idea to think about….

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Friends – what behaviours have you normalised?

😣 Your colleagues dismiss your ideas in meetings 😯 Your peers fail to include you in discussions 😮 Your friend neglects you when you call 😥 Your manager micromanages you 🤔 Your spouse grumbles at you When did you DECIDE … Continue reading

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Are you AWARE that these are the ‘good, old days’?

Sometime in the future, you will look back on this time in your life, and you will realise that this was the good old days. You had love and laughter and peace. But maybe during this time, while you are … Continue reading

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This book should be in everyone’s library.

Everyday Holiness by Alan Morinis. If you want to be a decent human being whom others see as a role model, then this illuminating guide will show you the path. It’s something I’m reading currently. 💖 💝 hashtag#BeBetter hashtag#Mindfulness hashtag#leadershipGrowth … Continue reading

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Friends, have you ever thought about this: How will you BEHAVE on one of your worst days?

Now, let’s assume the worst day is a 6 or 7 out of 10. Meaning, no one has died. Or you or your loved one has not received a dire medical diagnosis. For everything else, is it possible to PLAN … Continue reading

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A POWERFUL way to have better conversations.

Here is something to look out for when you are having highly charged or important conversations. Listen carefully to what is being said. Assess whether it is: 🗯 an emotionally charged conversation OR 🤺 a practical conversation where actions are … Continue reading

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