Has an economic downturn, job insecurity and social unrest over the past year transformed your once civil relationship with fear into something that’s become a bit more abusive? Fear, with its leery disposition and sharp tone, may have forced you into the tight spot between a wall and a hard place, leaving you stuck and…
On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage To Make It Personal — I help a concerned team member recognize opportunities to courageously lead from where they are after expressing concern that their leaders aren’t leading. I responds to a caller wondering if courageous workplace change can truly happen after a keynote, one…
On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage to Create Accountability — I guide a leader on how to respectfully hold a team member accountable. This episode kicks off with an insightful exploration into the challenge of holding a team member accountable for frequent meeting cancellations. I introduce the Situation, Behavior, and Impact…
On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage To Detach From Outcome — I’m coaching a professional to view a career transition with confidence, turning uncertainty into a journey of curiosity. Throughout this episode, we shift the spotlight from external uncertainties to your personal strengths, turning overwhelming transitions into an exciting game of…
On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage To Consider Leaving — I help a business owner navigate the tension between current success and future aspirations to find clarity on whether to stay the course or embrace change. Could it be time to redefine your career path and tap into your true potential?…
If you’ve had your head in the news this past week or so, you know Cracker Barrel found itself in a storm of backlash after unveiling a refreshed logo. Out went Uncle Hershel, posted up next to his iconic barrel, and in came a modernized design that many loyal customers didn’t co-sign. The response was…
On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage To Say No — I guide a professional to utilize boundary-setting tools that foster professional wellbeing and stronger workplace relationships. Unlock the strategies to setting healthy boundaries at work without risking your professional reputation or relationships. Discover powerful techniques like the “No and” and “Yes,…
On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage To Be Unapologetic — I help a new manager blend passion with precision so their ideas are communicated strategically and unapologetically. Ever wondered if you’re holding back your brilliance in meetings? Or how to ensure your voice is heard without compromising your authenticity? In this…
On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage To Be Visible — I take a caller through the Courage-Ready Model to help her manage her fear of being more visible on- and offline. In this exciting episode, we dive into the nuances of aligning personal values with professional service, emphasizing competence and confidence…
“Discomfort is always a necessary part of enlightenment.” — Pearl Cleave You’ve probably been in a meeting where someone starts to share an idea, only to be cut off mid-sentence. That happened to one of my former direct reports during a meeting we attended together. He barely got two sentences out before the operations director…