Recently while on a coaching trip to San Francisco, I had the good fortune to meet with one of the old guard of the private equity community, a gentleman I’ll call Bob with whom I had worked on a successful transaction back in the mid-90s. I see him on occasion, but far too infrequently, so… [Read More]
Self-Forgiveness vs. Accountability
In my executive coaching practice, my clients often recount past work experiences where they have deep regret regarding their behavior, their spoken or written word or more broadly how they were “showing up” as professionals. Their vulnerability in these moments allows our coaching to reach new levels of depth and meaning. I have a firm… [Read More]
Real Leaders Ask For Help
In my work as an executive coach, I connect with a great many leaders – business leaders, non-profit leaders and leaders in the financial services community, among others. I have the privilege of observing many varieties of leadership and helping executives in leadership positions to enhance their effectiveness and professional growth. In my experience, one… [Read More]
Growthfrontation – A New Perspective on Conflict
One of my clients, a successful CEO of a thriving services company was recently confiding how she felt about conflict. “As much as I know that I need to confront my employees regarding their missteps, I have a really hard time doing so. I put it off for weeks; I run through the conversations and… [Read More]
Rock The Boat And Make A Mess
There are times in business and in our personal lives that call out to us to rock the boat, to make a mess. These are the times when the only sane thing to do is to be the child yelling “The Emperor has no clothes!” And when that time comes, you will surely recognize it…. [Read More]
One Little Example of Courage
I play in a recreational hockey league in my community. It consists of a bunch of mostly late middle-aged men and a few women that enjoy the challenge and camaraderie of the affliction known as “adult onset ice hockey.” The skill levels of the participants vary from former college and high school players to rank… [Read More]