Category Archives: Leadership Coaching

Occupy Wall Street: Replace Demands with Pointed Questions

By Hadley Earabino on October 18, 2011 at 10:44 am - Leave a comment

Occupy Wall Street demonstrators are entering their second month of protesting and they are getting increasing pressure to issue their demands. Maybe it’s better to ask a small number of pointed questions instead. If I was going to coach the … Continue reading →

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Are You Your Own Worst Oppressor?

By Sally Templeton on September 6, 2011 at 11:00 am - Leave a comment

Do you have an oppressive work ethic? Feeling obligated to work extra hours late into the evening and on weekends is not uncommon, especially in young companies or during massive projects. The excitement of being part of something new and … Continue reading →

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Co-Create to Innovate!

By Sandra Clifton on August 5, 2011 at 11:00 am - Leave a comment

Do you have a great idea but are afraid to tell others about it, for fear of feeling foolish? Do you stay up nights tinkering with contraptions in the garage that never see the light of day? Ever wish for … Continue reading →

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Leading:Self-Confidence is Key

By Sally Templeton on July 18, 2011 at 11:00 am - Leave a comment

A while back, I participated in a teleseminar with Marshall Goldsmith, a leading Executive coach and author of numerous books, including “Mojo” and “What Got You Here Won’t Get You There”. Marshall shared a lot of sage advice about coaching … Continue reading →

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Shine On…

By Sandra Clifton on July 6, 2011 at 1:09 pm - Leave a comment

As the director of a learning center and an academic coach for young people, it’s the “end of the school year” and time to take stock of what went well with my students – in addition to reflecting on what … Continue reading →

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My Word Is My Bond – Or Is It? Part 3

By Frank Brogni, ACC, CPC on June 21, 2011 at 11:56 am - Leave a comment

In my last two blogs I have discussed the importance of having integrity and honor with all the agreements, promises, vows, and contracts we commit to.  In his book entitled, “The Four Agreements,” Don Miguel Ruiz, declares the number one … Continue reading →

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Living on Purpose

By Rob Pineau on June 13, 2011 at 11:23 am - Leave a comment

Have you ever noticed how organizations develop a mission statement and let all their employees know about the company’s values? Values like respect, stewardship, or quality. The business wants all the employees to foster and contribute to their mission in … Continue reading →

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Half of the Equation

By Sandra Clifton on June 10, 2011 at 10:44 am - Leave a comment

In a recent episode of Friday Night Lights–the TV show featuring a town in Texas through the journey of football, friendships, and family–Coach Eric Taylor looks at his team during practice and says, “Success is NOT a goal.  It’s a … Continue reading →

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Define Your Signature Leadership Qualities

By Sally Templeton on May 26, 2011 at 12:01 pm - Leave a comment

What is your greatest asset? When I ask that question, what is the first answer that comes to your mind? What frame of reference did you choose? If you chose your own personal qualities as a frame of reference, you … Continue reading →

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Education Innovation at College Excel

By Sandra Clifton on May 13, 2011 at 10:40 am - 5 Comments

In addition to supporting students as an academic coach, I also help families through school transitions as an educational consultant. My main goal is encouraging our young people to choose a college because of its opportunities – not necessarily its … Continue reading →

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