What is your story? Everybody has one but who will tell it? Carve out some time to reflect on your past and shape the story of who you are, what you love to do, the relationships you enjoy, the accomplishments you achieve and the family you raise. Start 2020 by beginning this story. Tout your […]
Much is written about the skill of listening. Listening is often cited as the key to effective communication. Seek first to understand your audience and then you will be more effective with delivering your message. This is one of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (a best selling book by Stephen R. Coven) and […]
Do your career aspirations include continual forward progress with the goal of leading others? SSC Coaching introduces its Leadership Development Toolkit for those professionals aspiring to leadership positions. This toolkit is a practical course on leadership ship that reviews basic principals and the current model for leading in today’s economy that is powered by a […]
Life can often feel chaotic. There are many demands on your time and a long list of things that you want to do, but can’t seem to get to. This takes a heavy toll on your emotional well-being and its negative creep can range from feelings of general unhappiness to feeling so overwhelmed that you […]
Let’s start with the Good. Tributes and memorials to John McCain recently dominated the news for weeks. The word most used to describe him was Maverick. Close behind were many more accolades such Hero, Patriot, Courageous, Honest and Likeable. What a wonderful footprint to leave behind. He was a leader and role model who […]
At every stage of life, learning or “sharpening the saw” is important to first achieving and then maintaining personal happiness, engagement, and well-being. It is the 7th Habit of Highly Effective People, as noted by Stephen Covey in his best selling book on the subject of personal leadership. This seems easy when careers are young, […]
Whether you work for a small company or a large one, whether you are in management or an entry-level position, gaining the respect of your coworkers is a smart career move. Respect and likeability go hand-in-hand. Build a strong foundation for your career path by including respect and integrity in your personal branding. These tips […]
When you have high career aspirations, one thing you need to establish right off the bat is the fact that you can be a leader. Whether you’re new to a particular office environment or you’ve been thinking about a way to get to the position you really want, being a good leader is important. Everybody […]
Podcast listening has become a popular way to be entertained or to learn something on the go. Out for a run? Walking the dog? Long commute? Gardening? Podcast listening can be an absorbing alternative to music. High achievers have also discovered that they are a valuable time management tool. Listed here is a summary of […]
Before starting a conversation that has the potential to stir up emotions (whether yours or the other person’s), take the time to run through a planning checklist to maximize the potential for resolution. Without this step, the conversation is likely to devolve into merely an argument. Research has shown that our emotional and rational minds […]
