Introverts Can Stand Out!

Introverts Can Stand Out!

I’m an introvert. People laugh at me when I tell them this and think I must be joking. They see me delivering a training program or speaking up in a meeting, or working the room at a networking event, and they think I must be an extrovert. I am not. But I have figured...
What You Appreciate, Appreciates

What You Appreciate, Appreciates

I’ve been having a lot of fun this week facilitating virtual focus groups for a client.  We’re working on their strategic plan and decided to use Appreciative Inquiry as our model for building the plan. Appreciative Inquiry involves “inquiring” about the positive...
Is Your Focus Too Narrow?

Is Your Focus Too Narrow?

When I was a teenager learning to drive, I was nervous and struggled to keep the car in the lane without overcorrecting. I was frustrated, and I’m sure the other drivers didn’t want to be near me! I’ll never forget the advice my dad gave me.  He said, “Amy, your focus...
Ta-DA!

Ta-DA!

Does your “to-do” list ever keep you up at night?  You know, that never-ending list of things you “should” get done for work or home. Even as you check things off, the list continues to grow with new things to do. Sometimes I find myself planning my day or week in my...
Don’t Read This!

Don’t Read This!

It looks like you’re reading this despite the title. You had no choice; I was speaking to your subconscious mind. When this pandemic started in the US, an educational campaign told people, “don’t touch your face.”  All I wanted to do was to touch my face.  The more I...