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Fifty Something with More Gas Left in the Career Tank But Need a Change? What To Do

Fifty Something with More Gas Left in the Career Tank But Need a Change? What To Do

Aug 18, 2023

The concept of “career” takes on a different complexion as you move through the decades. For the experienced fifty-something professional who’s seen and done a lot, it’s much about finding fresh ways to contribute and create, not climb. It’s also a personal drive to (pick your flavor) reset, refresh, recharge, and sometimes build new. Making a significant career shift in your 50’s (or any age) is daunting. Here are some experience-tested ideas to help you get started:

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For Managers—Creating Clarity Via Your Coaching and Evaluation Discussions, Part 1

For Managers—Creating Clarity Via Your Coaching and Evaluation Discussions, Part 1

Aug 15, 2023

One of the frequent themes in my executive and emerging leader coaching sessions and programs is confusion over how to create and sustain an effective coaching dialog with team members. My goal with this series of articles is to help managers at all levels gain clarity on the types of discussions while guiding them on a regular cadence and rhythm for engaging in these discussions.

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Breaking Out of a Personal Creativity Slump—Restarting Your Idea Machine

Breaking Out of a Personal Creativity Slump—Restarting Your Idea Machine

Jul 25, 2023

Like many of you, ideas are my stock in trade. Whether writing the next article, designing a new workshop or course, providing strategy advisory services for a client, or supporting my coaching clients, I have to operate with a well-oiled idea machine. When the idea machine grinds to a halt, I’m in trouble and need to find a fun, engaging, practical approach to restarting it. Here are 14 hacks I use to restart mine:

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Are You in Trouble if the Boss Offers a Coach?

Are You in Trouble if the Boss Offers a Coach?

Jul 17, 2023

In some organizations, “being assigned a coach” has a negative connotation. That’s too bad. If you are on the receiving end of an offer from your boss to take on a coach, strive to understand the rationale and then embrace the opportunity for the learning and growth experience it offers you.

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How to Get Unstuck with Your Career Pivot

How to Get Unstuck with Your Career Pivot

Jun 4, 2023

I talk with many good people motivated to change their career vectors but unsure of what to do or even how to get started. As a result, they do nothing. They’re stuck. Maybe you’re stuck as well. Here are some tips to help you get beyond this uncomfortable state and into action:

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