Tag: lifecoach
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If You Feel Like You’re Drowning, Act Like You’re Drowning
A couple of weeks ago, a new podcast launched, and if you haven’t checked it out yet, I hope you will. Tony Sablan is the winsome host of Unscripted Arena, where, through candid conversations and deep dives into the diverse lives of his guests, he illuminates the unvarnished truths and rich experiences that have shaped successful and intriguing personalities.…
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Dress for the Job You Want
This week is Thanksgiving week in the U.S., and as we all know the holidays can be a particularly tough time to be unemployed. Facing conversations around the dinner table can be uncomfortable when we don’t have anything good to report. Even though the current unemployment rate in the U.S. is quite low at the moment – only…
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Looking Back and Looking Ahead
This weekend, I’m in Clawson, Michigan, the city I lived in when I was born. My paternal grandparents lived a mile away, and my maternal grandmother lived about eight miles away. At one end of our street was Hunter Elementary School, and at the other end—just three blocks away—were the post office, city hall, and…
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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
My story turned out great, but many people find that imposter syndrome robs them of huge opportunities. While anyone can experience imposter syndrome, it is particularly prevalent among women and minority groups, who may face additional societal pressures and stereotypes. Overcoming imposter syndrome can be a gradual process, and it’s important to be patient with…
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P.S.A.: Coaching is Not Counseling
It’s important to understand that coaching is not counseling. Both are personal growth services, and at times, there might be some brief overlap in an individual session. But I emphasize the word “brief.” It’s important that a coach stays in her lane and sticks to coaching.
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James Corden’s Life Lesson
April 28 marked James Corden’s last night as host of The Late Late Show. While I’m not a regular viewer, I have enjoyed catching highlights over the years on YouTube. Corden brought a lot of joy and delight to his audiences and his guests, from the highly entertaining “Carpool Karaoke” (featuring the likes of Adele,…
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Declutter Your Home, Declutter Your Mind
Do you ever feel completely overwhelmed by clutter? My family does a lot of hosting and entertaining, and one of my (bad) habits whenever we have folks coming over is to “corral” any clutter in my house. I grab a laundry basket and walk from room to room collecting things that are out of place.…
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The Power of a 5-Minute Walk
What can I change today to move closer to where I want to be? This question became the catalyst for a mindset shift that helped my client move from paralysis to progress. By focusing not on the enormous task before her, but rather on being fully present to herself today and focusing on what she…
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What Does a Life Coach Do?
It can be hard to find the right words to describe the role of a life coach, but recently, while I was on a long road trip with my family, it occurred to be that a life coach is basically a GPS app for your career, relationships, or personal development in general. Like a GPS…
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How to Get Better at Saying “No”
The ability to say “no” is an invaluable asset. It contributes to better boundaries, better time management, and better mental health.
Christy Tennant Krispin, ACC 