May 2021

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Many might equate a conversation that matters with a courageous conversation.

In courageous conversations, whether in the context of performance appraisal, mentoring, or coaching, individuals are encouraged to express their views openly and truthfully, rather than defensively or with the purpose of laying blame.

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When you speak to people who’ve devoted their lives to a cause, there is usually a personal story behind it that involves a “brick,” if you will. Whether thrown at them or someone close to them, it is a driving force behind their work.

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In a world where the images flashed before us are typically those of the glorious outcomes and not the “work in progress,” nor the failures along the way, “finish” can have a lot of pressure associated with it.

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I will be the first to say that I am in love with the act of failure.  However, over the years, I have tried to make failure my friend.  

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Evidence suggests that we tend to move forward more than hold on to the past.  As an example, throughout the Pandemic, we started with “return to normal,” but that language appropriately shifted to “the new normal.”  Pressing forward requires not only internal strength but also knowing the times.

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Without a doubt, one of my biggest challenges is recognizing and celebrating progress. I am pretty good at cheering others on, but doing it for myself is a challenge.

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Visions, dreams, and goals without a plan, are wishes. Don’t overcomplicate it, create your plan today.

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The most critical promise is the one we often do not make to ourselves—the promise to be the best version of ourselves.

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