Stress can be both positive and negative in our lives. "Good stress” is a moderate level of stress that fuels growth and performance. The key is not to eliminate stress entirely but to manage it effec...
It's fun to talk to people about their company and what they do in their job.  But if you really want to see their eyes light up, talk to them about their career! The most engaged conversations I've e...
I’m excited to introduce a new feature to my executive coaching community—a shared book resource built by you & I!
I’d love to hear about the most impactful books you’ve read—ones that shaped your ca...
I was driving to work in Augusta, GA, one morning and I remember being stopped at a stop sign wondering what I had done to deserve all the pain and anxiety in my life. We just moved to Georgia, had ou...
How can I measure a fulfilling life?
It’s a profound question, one that has inspired philosophers, scientists, and seekers of truth throughout history. Finding meaning and living a fulfilling life is...
I grew up in a small town in Iowa.  As kids we ran around town in the summer, often barefoot in the sun, playing games all day.  Many of us had BB guns and were very good at using them.  As long as we...
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