June 2011

How do you tolerate it?

In the coaching work I do, I often encounter people who are dealing with very challenging circumstances. Whether it be someone in a loveless marriage or an employee coping with an abusive boss, I’m looked to for answers. I find myself giving similar advice no matter the situation. “Don’t be a victim.” “You are ultimately […]

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What I know for sure…because of Oprah – Part 2

Last time, I wrote about the impact that Oprah and her show had on me.  Since I couldn’t fit all the life lessons I’ve taken from her into one article, here is the second part. 5)    There is no reward/punishment system like were taught in Sunday school.  I don’t care what religion you are, you […]

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What I know for sure because of Oprah

This past week brought the end of an era.  (“Era” being described as a significant period of time marked by a distinctive character or event.) The “Oprah Show” ended after 25 years on the air.  Even though I was an occasional watcher, I learned so much from the show, and even more from Oprah herself.  […]

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A hidden key to success

A month ago when Chris and I were in Vegas, we met this couple at our training event.  They had just signed up to do work with the same coaches we work with so we were looking forward to getting to know another “entrepreneurial” couple. We went out to dinner and fairly quickly formed a […]

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