When people have the opportunity to take deep dives into their individual gifts, talents, and strengths they become curious and excited to learn more. I believe most people strive to be the best version of themselves when given the opportunity to do so. In turn, when you gift your people these opportunities they become more […]
Can You Develop Perseverance?
It was confusing to me when realized that I have limits and boundaries to my perseverance because I felt like, yes!, I am someone who perseveres. This realization came when I was introduced to the Strengths Strategy model of coaching and came to deeply understand how all of my 34 strengths come into play in […]
Uncovering Your Life’s Purpose: Live Longer and Happier
I’m choosing to begin my 2018 by examining happiness—choosing it and what it takes to simply be happy. What is our purpose? What is our calling? Knowing what gives our lives meaning and purpose is a key component in long-term happiness and satisfaction. Then, we need to have the courage to pursue it in our […]
Sparking Passion
In my work, I find that leaders who hold close the best interest of their team members and encourage and inspire them to be their best selves. They see themselves in relationship to and with their team, believing in the value of their people and demonstrating trust and respect for their contribution to the team. […]
Performance + Passion
Bring Out the Best in Your People
What Can Managers Learn From Monkeys About Motivation?
I am curious about what motivates people. My biggest driver, my motivation, is the intrinsic reward I experience when I am in an environment that allows me a lot of autonomy. In the past, when I was around people who appeared to be driven, disciplined and consistent in how they work toward something I had […]
Recipe for a Great Holiday Season
By this time of year, most of us have slid into our “busy” post-summer mode, believing that we must leave that laid-back summer routine behind us. But what if we continue to embrace that spirit of summer, what if we practice self-care throughout the holidays and into the New Year? How might our enjoyment of […]
A Structure for Authentic Leader Development
Having a structure and a plan to follow makes our journey a bit easier, as with establishing any new habit. Here, again, Bill George and his colleagues provide us with the process (or path) to obtaining more of those puzzle pieces we link together to become an Authentic Leader. As you read this series of […]
To Be Authentic, Align Your Values
Once we become aware, the real challenge sets in – living who we are and how we show up with our stated values, strengths and purpose. It takes courage and commitment to live in alignment with our foundational pieces and, through our strengths, show confident vulnerability in our relationships. Stay motivated and committed to the journey […]
Diana Gabriel, PPC