We wildly underestimate the power of language [If you’d prefer to listen, rather than read, skip to the bottom of the page and click play] How a slight slip of the tongue nearly sent me to war A single word can inspire a nation — or accidentally declare war on a train station. (True story…
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One of the reasons anxiety is so debilitating is that it’s too vague to be solved so we feel powerless over it. Understanding the difference between worry, stress, and anxiety, where they happen in your body, and what functions they serve will help you work through them as they come up. Worry, stress, and anxiety…
In the ever-evolving landscape of community banking, there’s a question that often lingers in the minds of many: What does the community owe us? This question, however, is a trap. It’s grounded in a mindset of scarcity and entitlement, and the truth is, the world isn’t listening. The more we focus on this question, the…
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A Letter to the Brave: Dear Brave Soul, Guilt, Blame, Shame, and Other Things We Aren’t Meant to Carry You probably don’t feel it right now. You may feel anything but. But you are brave—and you will be brave—because you have to be. And that’s okay. Brave might not look like strength. It rarely…
TL:DR Generally speaking, coaches don’t need ICF accreditation. Coaching isn’t regulated, clients rarely ask, and marketing matters more. However, if targeting corporate or executive clients, ICF credentials (ACC, PCC, MCC) can boost credibility with HR departments. Invest in training because you want to be a great coach, not because you think it will get you coaching…
In executive leadership, authority isn’t about being the smartest person in the room. It’s about how you lead, especially when you’re not the expert. Letting go of control doesn’t mean losing authority—it means changing your relationship with it. This shift starts with integrity. When you lead with integrity, you don’t need to be the technical…
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How Important Are Certifications When Choosing an Executive Coach? “If you are engaging an executive coach, how important is it that they are certified or credentialed?” The following individuals share their thoughts on “How Important Are Certifications When Choosing an Executive Coach?” After 13+ years in talent acquisition across companies like Zions Bancorporation and Qualtrics,…
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What are you noticing about how busy you are this week? And what that feels like? What might making room for better rather than busy mean for you? Last time I was musing about what it looks like to let go of busy. This is not necessarily about making huge changes to our lives to…
“It’s way more than about an object or product, it’s about creating change,” said Alice Chun. “It made me realize that health, the environment, and poverty were inextricably linked in a profound way, and that one simple solution like the SolarPuff™ could tackle all three.” The Intuitive Edge Podcast – Episode #184. Host, Victoria lynn…
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You know that feeling when you’re drowning in your to-do list and suddenly your brain decides that absolutely everything needs to happen right now? The email that’s been sitting there for two days becomes a crisis and your stomach tightens. That project due next week feels like it should have been done yesterday and your…
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