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The Need for Authentic Leadership

August 20, 2019 by Diana Leave a Comment

Authentic, Leadership, Meaningful, Contribution, Purpose, Impact, Vulnerable, Inspire, Fulfillment, Engagement, Passion, Contribution, Rewarding, Adaptability, Communication, Values, Strengths, Strengths Based Leadership, StrengthsFinder, Leadership Coach

There is both a need and a desire for truly authentic leaders. In this time of unrest we long for meaningful contribution. We want to know that our work and contribution has meaning, purpose, and impact on the greater good.  As a leader you have the opportunity to model authentic leadership, a leader who is […]

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How to Keep Your Managers Engaged

July 25, 2019 by Diana Leave a Comment

Engagement, Expectations, Demonstrate, Management, Team, Optimize, Motivation, Purpose, Relationships, Success, Recognition, Growth, Empower, Skills, Performance, Evaluation, Strengths, Strengths Based Leadership, StrengthsFinder, Leadership Coach

Engagement is a buzzword right now and continues to be an important driving force for creating teams of excellence. As a leader or manager you must walk the talk of your expectations. What do you do to demonstrate engagement? This is part 4 of the 4-part series on Optimizing Your Management Team by Diana Gabriel, Certified […]

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Sufficiency, Sustainability and Generosity

January 28, 2019 by Diana Leave a Comment

Sufficiency, Sustainability, Generosity, Scarcity, Mentality, Abundance, Money, Relationship, Culture, Values, Purpose, Interpretation, Interaction, Strengths, Strengths Based Leadership, StrengthsFinder, Leadership Coach

An article by Diana Gabriel, Certified Strengths Strategy Coach, originally published in Women, Inc., February/March 2007 We are deep into long days of winter when time seems to slow down a bit and gives us space to reflect.  By now I hope that each of you has taken some time to set your vision or […]

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Courage: The Strength to Stand Up

May 7, 2018 by Diana Leave a Comment

Courage, Strength, Stand Up, Risk, Choice, Values, Calling, Purpose, Challenges, Opportunities, Intuition, Truth, Compassion, Forgiveness, Response, Strengths, Strengths Based Leadership, StrengthsFinder, Leadership Coach

Leaders take risks that require courage every day. Courage can be seen as a way of being, a way in which we are in choice about how we live our lives. It takes great courage to live a life that is aligned with your values and strengths and to follow your life purpose or calling. […]

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Building the Muscle of Perseverance

May 3, 2018 by Diana Leave a Comment

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There are times when I feel tired or discouraged, or that I don’t have what it takes. When I feel as though I cannot persevere I often turn to historical figures who did persevere for the greater good of others –the suffragettes, civil rights crusaders, early pioneers or my great-grandparents who immigrated here. This bolsters […]

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Leaders Who Persevere

April 17, 2018 by Diana Leave a Comment

Persevere, Impact, Energy, Attitude, Mature, Seasoned, Self-Awareness, Passion, Determination, Creative, Purpose, Inspire, Disciplined, Drive, Focus, Purpose-Driven, Calling, Positive, Improve, Effort, Strengths, Strengths Based Leadership, StrengthsFinder, Leadership Coach

Do you see yourself as a leader who perseveres? This week we’ll examine five categories of preserving leaders. Which category best describes you? This is part 3 in the 5-part series on The Power of Perseverance by Diana Gabriel, Certified Strengths Strategy Coach. I’ve been reflecting on leaders who persevere. The persevering leaders I’ve met really stand […]

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The Power in Perseverance

April 3, 2018 by Diana Leave a Comment

Power, Perseverance, Foundation, Stamina, Success, Agility, Awareness, Diversity, Purpose, Core Values, Determination, Spirit, Refuse Failure, Strengths, Strengths Based Leadership, StrengthsFinder, Leadership Coach

A few years ago, I had the privilege of hearing Lilly Ledbetter speak, author of Grace and Grit: My Fight for Equal Pay and Fairness at Goodyear and Beyond. She has one of the most amazing stories of perseverance. Hearing of her resolve to stand up for what she believed to be fair and just […]

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The Spirit of Appreciation in Building Trust

February 13, 2018 by Diana Leave a Comment

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As a leader, you entrust your team members to complete tasks. You can do this by deciding that your approach to the task is right or you can trust your people to accomplish the task from their strengths lens or perspective. Adopting a Strategic Interdependence Mindset is a choice you can make to support and […]

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3 Tips for Finding Your Life Purpose

January 31, 2018 by Tarah Pritchard Leave a Comment

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Identifying, clarifying and living your purpose is a life-long process. Many times I’ve thought, ‘this is it’, believing I’d found my one true purpose only to experience the restlessness that is again calling me to dig deeper, be open minded and pay attention. Through this process I’ve discovered that the core of my purpose or […]

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Living into Your Life Purpose: Focusing on Relationships and Health

January 23, 2018 by Diana Leave a Comment

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I have to admit, I love exploring and learning about our purpose—our calling. I believe we are all born with the capacity to contribute our unique strengths. The burning question is­—when do you push the pause button on this fast-paced life to reflect on what brings you meaning? When do you feel most fulfilled? What […]

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