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Most surveys reveal that employees and managers alike consider team meetings boring time wasters. Yet, we know that a culture of communication is imperative to achieve your company's goals and vision. And we know that face-to-face communication is most constructive....
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Do you ever feel an obligation to qualify statements of self-recognition with an apology or explanation of your intent? Something like this? I don’t want to brag or anything… I mean, sure, I’m happy about what I did, but it doesn’t feel right to brag. Well, I didn’t...
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In last week’s article about gaining confidence, I promised to follow up with some juicy tips on tapping into your fabulous intuition. So, here we are! Get ready, this post contains some action steps for you to do! Why is intuition important? Intuition is a type of...
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Entrepreneurs are usually courageous, confident people, but that doesn’t mean we are filled with confidence every step of the way. As a business coach, I’ve worked with the most brilliant, successful people who feel as though they’re faking their expertise and...
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Rushing from one task to the next, entrepreneurs rarely pause long enough to recognize their achievements and celebrate success. Here’s a common discussion between me, the coach, and any given client: Me: Hey Martin, tell me how things are going. Client: Ok, I guess....
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Do you ever marvel at the strength of someone who seems to recover quickly from grief or unwelcome change? All while you struggle to balance your emotions, even after years of grieving a loss. First, let’s get something straight: there is no right or wrong way to...
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In two hours, I'm going to be interviewed on television. Years ago, my mind would have taken me into weeks of obsessive preparation, also accompanied by stress and anxiety. I would have wished for a glass (or two) of wine to calm my nerves before going on air. My...
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My sister, Janine recently passed away. Naturally, our hearts are broken. Yet, I am in gratitude for every precious moment I had the privilege of sharing with this incredibly amazing soul. As a tribute to Janine at this weekends memorial I will read this revised...
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“We've done our best to adjust to that awful thing that we're calling ‘our new norm’. The adaptability of the human race does not, however, mean that we are thriving.” I am a hopeful, optimistic individual. I can find the silver lining in just about anything, or...
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As if the normal challenges of growing a small business aren't enough, 2020 ushered in an epidemic that has altered life and business as we know it. Business coaching for entrepreneurs could be something you consider as a way forward. The pandemic… It’s left you...
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