How to Align Perceptions with Intentions
by Linda Bodnar, Ph.D., PCC I’m sure you’ve heard the saying “perception is reality.” Let’s think about how this might apply to leadership development. When we get feedback on our leadership...
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How to Align Perceptions with Intentions
by Linda Bodnar, Ph.D., PCC I’m sure you’ve heard the saying “perception is reality.” Let’s think about how this might apply to leadership development. When we get feedback on our leadership skills, either from our manager or through a 360 feedback process, we feel...
The True ROI of CEO Coaching: Cost, Benefits & Lasting Impact
When considering CEO coaching, it’s easy to get caught up in the numbers. The cost of hiring a top-tier executive coach can be significant depending on a multitude of factors, such as the coaching company’s reputation and track record, the scope of the engagement, and...
Leading on Autopilot? How to Reconnect with Your Core Values
by Debbie Plager, PCC I recently asked a new client how she felt she was working and leading in alignment with her values. She paused and admitted, “Debbie, I don’t even know if I can articulate my values at the moment.” Her honesty was a powerful starting point. We...
Optimal Performance: NOW Is The Time!
by Mitzi Short, MBA, PCC Now is a great time to start thinking about the goals, systems, and processes you have in place to make 2025 an outstanding year for you and your organization. How might you have your best year ever? How might you achieve “Optimal...
Common Leadership Challenges That Coaching Helps Solve
Leadership is so much more than overseeing teams and making decisions. It’s about seeing what others can’t, knowing when to pivot and when to stand firm, and the ability to empower those around you. Even the most accomplished executives face moments of doubt,...
The Power of Not Knowing: Navigating Career Transitions with Confidence
by Courtney Birch Webster The most unsettling words in leadership might be "I don't know what's next." After 17 years of coaching executives through transitions, I've witnessed powerful leaders—accustomed to clarity, direction, and decisiveness—suddenly find...
The True ROI of CEO Coaching: Cost, Benefits & Lasting Impact
When considering CEO coaching, it’s easy to get caught up in the numbers. The cost of hiring a top-tier executive coach can be significant depending...
Leading on Autopilot? How to Reconnect with Your Core Values
by Debbie Plager, PCC I recently asked a new client how she felt she was working and leading in alignment with her values. She paused and admitted,...
Optimal Performance: NOW Is The Time!
by Mitzi Short, MBA, PCC Now is a great time to start thinking about the goals, systems, and processes you have in place to make 2025 an outstanding...
The Power of Not Knowing: Navigating Career Transitions with Confidence
by Courtney Birch Webster The most unsettling words in leadership might be "I don't know what's next." After 17 years of coaching executives through...
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How to Align Perceptions with Intentions
by Linda Bodnar, Ph.D., PCC I’m sure you’ve heard the saying “perception is reality.” Let’s think about how this might apply to leadership...
Why Most Leadership Training Programs Fail
Every year, organizations funnel more than $60 billion into leadership training programs, betting big on the promise of better leaders driving...
How to Mediate Team Conflicts Without Taking Sides
Conflict in the workplace is common and inevitable. Differing goals, perspectives, and priorities among team members make conflict a natural...
Leading Your Team (and Self!) Through Uncertain Times
by Rachel Verlik, PCC The start of a new year is upon us and with it, many changes in our environments. Numerous countries, including the U.S. and...
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Common Leadership Challenges That Coaching Helps Solve
Leadership is so much more than overseeing teams and making decisions. It’s about seeing what others can’t, knowing when to pivot and when to stand firm, and the ability to empower those around you....
Common Leadership Challenges That Coaching Helps Solve
Leadership is so much more than overseeing teams and making decisions. It’s about seeing what others can’t, knowing when to pivot and when to stand firm, and the ability to empower those around you. Even the most accomplished executives face moments of doubt,...
How Leaders Create a Culture of Accountability Without Fear
Too often, the pursuit of a culture of accountability devolves into blame, fear, and finger-pointing—an environment where employees feel stifled rather than empowered. Leaders who default to punitive measures might achieve short-term compliance, but they risk...
Finding Your Authentic Leadership Style as an Introvert
When you think of a strong leader, what comes to mind? For many, the image is of a charismatic, bold figure who commands attention in every room. But not all leaders fit this extroverted mold—and they don’t need to. Some of the most effective leaders are introverts,...
11 Pitfalls to Avoid When Implementing the SBI Feedback Model
Giving feedback can be one of the most rewarding parts of leadership. People want to grow, and when they receive clear, actionable guidance, they flourish. But feedback can easily go wrong. Even with the best intentions, it can be poorly delivered, misinterpreted, or...
How to Handle Difficult Conversations as a Leader
Being a leader means you’ll frequently be saddled with the tough task of telling people what they don’t want to hear. From the moment you step into a leadership role, your highest responsibility becomes the greater good of the team and the organization–which means...
3 Effective Strategies for Leading Remote Teams
For roughly 22 million Americans, remote work is the new normal. While we can credit the rapid normalization of remote work environments to the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work remains just as prevalent years later in 2024. The latest data shows that 12.7% of full-time...