Leadership Coaching

Strong leaders don’t play it safe.

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There’s an old saying, “Nice guys finish last.” If you know me, it won’t surprise you that the phrase has a baseball connection. The Brooklyn Dodgers’ outspoken manager, Leo Durocher, coined the phrase in 1946 to explain why the New York Giants were stuck in last place despite having good talent. Known as “Leo the…

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Navigating Conflict Resolution: A Step-by-Step Guide

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Conflict is an inevitable aspect of human interaction, occurring in various settings such as workplaces, families, and communities. While it can be uncomfortable, addressing conflicts directly and constructively is essential for fostering healthy relationships and maintaining harmony. And yet, I find that effective conflict resolution eludes most of us. There have been volumes of books,…

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Cultivating a Culture of Gratitude in Business: Practical Ways to Appreciate Vendors, Staff, Partners, and Competitors

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Bulgari is an Italian fashion house known for luxury jewelry, fragrances, and leather goods. Over the years, high-profile clients like Elizabeth Taylor and Ingrid Bergman enhanced the mystique. Prices are on the, shall we say, high side. In 2014, Bulgari sold a bejeweled bottle of Opera Prima perfume for $250,000. Today, their Octo Tourbillon watch…

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