Greetings! I hope you enjoy the photo of Reudi Reservoir in Basalt, CO taken recently by my older son Whitton. Each of my articles for this edition focuses on different ways to supercharge the year ahead. I hope you find my thoughts inspiring, relevant and insightful. One Bold Proposal I am a firm believer that… [Read More]
I Just Met Elon Musk… Well Almost
Several weeks ago I had the opportunity to attend a meeting where there was a slight possibility that the visionary entrepreneur Elon Musk might show up. I had worked hard to set the meeting up and was excited about what the day might have in store. As I sat there in my hotel room that… [Read More]
Just 25% More
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]