Short-Term Thinking Shrinks Long-Term Impact

There’s something about this quiet pause between Christmas and the New Year that invites reflection. The noise softens, the pace slows, and we’re given a rare moment to look at how we live — not just what we achieve. My musing this morning is an invitation to step back from the constant question of “what do…

Are you scared of change or do you see it as a period of opportunity?

Have you ever noticed how two people can face the exact same change — a job shift, a move, a new chapter — and react in completely different ways?One sees a cliff edge.The other sees a doorway. I’ve been writing a lot about career transition lately, because several friends are navigating difficult journeys and I…

Are you growing & contributing?

Have you ever wondered what truly drives people to do what they do? Why some people get depressed when their world seems so perfect? Each human being has engrained personal preferences that shape the way we act and the way we think, but deep down we all crave a life that makes a difference and…

Career Transitions

The world is changing at an alarming rate. Add to that the fear of needing to find a new job and your world can feel like it’s imploding. When our world feels threatened by the loss of a job or an internal shake-up, most people react in one of five ways: However you adapt to…

WHEN YOU FEEL UNDERVALUED, DO THIS INSTEAD.

WHEN YOU’RE TRYING TO EXPAND AND PEOPLE CAN’T SEE YOUR VALUE. There’s a moment in every woman’s career when she feels unseen.Unappreciated.Possibly even used.It’s a bitter pill when you know how much you’ve poured in—and no one seems to notice. I recently reminded a coaching client of something I believe to my core:When that moment…

Did I make the right decision?

Have you ever asked yourself, “Did I make the right decision?” Have you ever doubted the justifications you created to get to where you are? Humans are very good at finding ways to justify what they do, because it gives them a reason to stand close to what they believe. For example: Jacquie had, like…

Are You Looking For a New Job?

Are you failing to get the results you want in your interviews? Yesterday, I had a delightful conversation with a young woman that made me realise many graduates do not know how to apply themselves at interview. . This got me thinking. How often do we (as entrepreneurs and small business owners) have knowledge from which…

Meet Your Audience Where They’re At.

Meet Your Audience Where They’re At. In the world of marketing and sales, connecting with your customers on their level and in their language is crucial. The statement, “Meet your audience where they’re at” may irritate grammatical purists, but the concept is essential for effective communication and engagement. What exactly does it mean, to meet…