Whether you know it or not, you have a personal brand. Google yourself; what shows up? Think about it. If you have a date, a job interview or a potential client, chances are someone is going to Google you to learn more about who you are. In the land of social media and the explosion of the gig economy, it has become essential to embrace personal branding.
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Read MoreDid you know that 92% of people who set goals, never follow through? If that’s the case, how are we going to make 2020 any different? I’m a planner by nature and carving out time to set goals for the New Year is something that I always look forward to. Sounds great right? In theory it is, but what I found is that although the practice of planning was in place, I often struggled to achieve them. I would inevitably find the same goals on my list the following year, just to start the planning process all over again.
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Read MoreLife can get busy and it’s not always easy to find the time in an already hectic schedule, but what if I told you that volunteering can be beneficial not only to your community and the world, but also you?
So, in recognition of World Kindness Day, lets chat about the many benefits of volunteerism, shall we?
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Read MoreConfidence is key to success.
As people, we sometimes find ourselves in situations that leave us feeling uncomfortable and uncertain. As leaders, stepping into the unknown, that’s pretty much guaranteed. And that can lead to lack of confidence. But confidence ebbs and flows. This is where impostor syndrome can rear its ugly head. An estimated 70% of people experience this at some point in their lives, according to a review article published in the International Journal of Behavioral Science.
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Read MoreI’ve had a few conversations as of late about purpose. And if you so desire to google search this, you will find a million ways on how to discover your purpose in life. Now there seems to be a couple of definitions on purpose that have sparked some interesting debates. One being that purpose is the way in which you live your life. Bravery, authenticity and gratitude to name a few. This will come down to the decisions you make and how your values shape your decisions.
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Read MoreWhat happens when you experience a win? Do you ignore it and keep working toward the next goal without any acknowledgement? Do you push it aside because there’s just no time to stop and reflect? In our non-stop, 24-7 world, it’s common to move on to the next big thing, but celebrating your wins is important not only for you, but helps you level up and tap into your inner CEO in tso many ways.
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Read MoreThey say all work and no play makes for a pretty dull existence. If that’s true and in MHO it is, then hobbies make you more fun and interesting. But what if they also made you a better leader? Hmmmmm…
Hobbies help us continuously learn. This is key as we tend to stop learning as we get older. Research suggests that by age 25 our brains tend to get "lazy." It's not that our gray cells can no longer learn new things, but rather we rely on a set number of neuro pathways to do our thinking. In other words, we get stuck in a brain rut. In addition, our hobbies can actually improve essential skills like memory, creative thinking and problem solving. How cool is that?
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