by Steve Hansen, PCC Political savvy is a vital competence for any executive, but the term “office politics” has received a bad rap. Political competence is the “ability to understand what you can and cannot control, when to take action, who is going to resist your...
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At Arden Coaching, we believe in the transformative power of executive coaching—a belief strongly supported by empirical data and the tangible outcomes we witness in our clients. Let’s break down a case study by MetrixGlobal, LLC that not only reinforces our...
Decoding leadership starts with words: words have power. As leaders, it’s our responsibility to choose our words wisely. Every word chosen and every phrase uttered carries weight. It can potentially build or erode trust, enlighten or confuse, motivate or dishearten....
by Danielle Siegel, PCC, LCSW If I put a quarter in a jar every time I heard “I was so unproductive today” or “what did I do all day” or “I can’t figure out how to manage my time”, I would have enough money saved up for a fabulous vacation! This is such a common...
The data doesn't hold back–people don’t believe in their leaders. DDI’s 2023 Global Leadership Forecast analyzed responses from 1,827 HR experts and 13,695 leaders across 50 countries and 24 industries. The findings raise eyebrows—a significant 17% decline in...
Everyone has blind spots. Some are subtle, born from personal experiences or inherent biases. Others might stem from gaps in knowledge or areas of expertise that we simply haven't explored. But blind spots aren't just about what we don't know — they can also involve...
Effective leadership requires a blend of sharp business insight and genuine human connection. Many executives look to coaching as the path to cultivate these skills. However, not all executive coaching is created equal. In the burgeoning leadership development...
by Andreas Schumacher, PhD Coachability in a Nutshell Coachability is a person’s interest and capacity to practice continuous, feedback-grounded self-development. It refers to a leader’s attitude, not skills. Being coachable requires open and humble acceptance of...
by Nora Infante, Psy.D. Over my many years as an executive coach, I’ve been surprised at the increase in number of clients who state they suffer from “imposter syndrome”, particularly among women and women of color. Imposter syndrome is generally recognized...