Innovative companies invest in the development of their employees by offering coaching to their high-value executives. These companies recognize that executive coaching is an opportunity for advanced leadership development. It’s a benefit offered to the best and most promising, not a remedial action taken to “fix” poor performers. Alex and […]
Today, emotional intelligence is widely understood to be a highly desirable quality. Research shows that only about one third of a person’s success can be attributed to their intellectual capacity and functional skills. A remarkable two thirds of a person’s success derives from their emotional intelligence. According to Dr. Travis […]
Spock never made Captain. It’s true! When Spock retired from Starfleet in 2269, he had never been promoted to Captain. Yes, it did finally happen, but years later — in 2277 — and six years after his reactivation during the V’Ger crisis. James T. Kirk, on the other hand, was […]
It’s often said that “a genuine leader is an active listener.” There are numerous articles and books about the benefits of active listening. There is, however, a more profound level of listening: a “third level” that will provide you with more powerful insights and understanding. As executive coaches we are […]
By Steve Hansen, PCC With an eye to completing as much as could get done in a long workday, Ann, the VP of IT, felt she had to go 200 mph every minute of every day. Her communication style was matter of fact, blunt, direct, and she had little time […]
An article on entrepreneur.com recently caught our attention. “The Top 4 Reasons Startups Fail, According to 14 International Accelerators” included one fascinating finding. “Team incompatibility was the second most mentioned cause of startup failure.” The authors said that they were “surprised at how often this roadblock to success was mentioned.” […]
Executive coaching offers executives in business and nonprofit organizations a exceptional opportunity to develop their leadership skills and advance their careers. An experienced, certified executive coach (we recommend certification from the International Coach Federation) will help you take a journey of self-discovery to enhance your individual strengths, advance your strategic […]
Sometimes we’re in such a hurry to learn about the newest, hottest leadership and management trends that we forget to take advantage of what still works. Back in 1981 — the same year that “Raiders of the Lost Ark” made its debut and Lady Diana married Prince Charles — George […]
Happy mid-year! It’s hard to believe, but we’re already at the half-way point of 2018. For most executives, June 30 is a time to pause and take stock. Is your annual plan unfolding as expected? Are you accomplishing your goals? Are you hitting revenue and profitability targets? What mid-year course […]
By: Sheeba Varghese, PCC Expectations are set every day on many levels of leadership, yet, how many of us have experienced the concerns of, “I keep saying the same thing and they don’t seem to get it!” or it can be “I am not sure what he/she wants.” People flounder […]
