Coach, Coached, Coaching 2013

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Today is the first day of International Coaching Week.   Coaches who are members of the International Coach Federation are happily and purposely getting the word out about the value of coaching.  What this means is that we educate the public … Continue reading

Dilemma of the …

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In civilized life, law floats in a sea of ethics.  Earl Warren It’s Ethics and Compliance Week in many companies across the US.  We can’t seem to escape decisions that put us on our guard.  I learned yesterday that the … Continue reading

Monday is here…

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It’s the beginning of April on this chilly and sunny morning in the Midwest. I’m hoping all of the items on my checklist for today get crossed off.  There is only one meeting this afternoon and all things being equal, I … Continue reading

Quiet Time for YOU. . .

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Today was good. Today was fun. Tomorrow was another one. Dr. Seuss (posted by Lynne Morris on Pinterest.com). We don’t often think “we’re having fun” while we are working. Yet we do. And if you are not enjoying your day, … Continue reading

Spirituality and President’s Day

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Spirituality and President’s Day? It isn’t often we consider our former President’s as being spiritual. Yet our Forefathers definitely were. Perhaps because they led our Nation in time of war, their thoughts turned to a presence, greater than themselves. Separated … Continue reading

Chocolate Chip Cookies, Radishes and an Emotional Audit

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While catching up on my reading, I located a link to Leadership Development News on Voice of America Radio. A title intrigued me: “Cheaters, Derailers and Building Resilience.” This program aired on February 4, 2013. The hosts of this 58 … Continue reading

Waiting for…?

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One of the activities we engage in daily is Waiting. What do you do while you are waiting for…? What emotions rise to the surface? Most of us have experiences both positive and unpositive while we wait. What we do … Continue reading

PERCEPTIONS

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Recently, on a cold winter evening, I watched a portion of a PBS broadcast entitled, “NATURE. Cuba: The Accidental Eden.” What became clear to me is how often Perceptions are mistaken. What I was reminded of is the notion that … Continue reading

Vulnerability

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Early this morning, I watched a TedxTalk by Dr. Brene Brown, who is a well- known researcher on the subject of Shame.   Dr. Brown’s talk included this comment:  Vulnerability is our most accurate measurement of change. After playing back this comment, I thought … Continue reading

Wanting More …

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Have you been asked recently, “What do you Want?”  It’s a question that seems to be straightforward, and often is not, because it is seldom asked.  I raise this question because within the coaching session, people usually seem surprised by the question.  “What do you Want?…….”You’re asking me?  Oh!  I don’t get asked that question.”  Yet, many of us usually are Wanting More.

What are YOU Wanting More of in your career or your life?      We are left wanting more:

*  If the boss only gives us 3 minutes, when we want 5 minutes or more;

*  When we listen to a short podcast and we are forced to close down

the Tablet, PC or cell phone;

*  When we buy a product at a store and discover we are given a

free take home goodie;

*  When we ask team members for comments on our work and learn

they thought it was pretty good; or

*  Our deliverables to clients exceed their expectations.

As you Choose Who You Want to Be Known As this week, consider what will it take for you to obtain just one item you are left Wanting More… from someone.  Enjoy your Week!

“Jo Ann” M. Radja, Career Management Coach & Change Agent