So much of what we creative souls do in our work comes relatively naturally because it's our passion - we're called to do it. And, then there's the more traditional business side of coaching, speaking and thought leadership…which can be challenging for many of us. I...

Back in 2006 I joined a Simplicity Group. They were lovely people on a mission to focus on what matters most in life, and let the rest go. I loved—and still love—this idea. And in some ways, I’ve been able to embrace this approach, like not overcommitting at my...

I see you. I get you. I know what you want. I can help... There is not a client day that goes by where I don’t repeat these four essentials of magnetic marketing at least once—in fact, very often it comes up with every single client. It’s because these four essentials...

Today I'd like to talk to you about your "Rooftop Message"... In February, I went on a long awaited retreat to Florida to spend time with an incredible coach and to focus on what would be next for me in business and in life. It was an amazing time, and while we did...

One of the things that keeps striking me in my coaching and personal conversations these last few weeks is that this worldwide crisis is putting a spotlight on what matters most to us. We’re getting clear about what we really care about in life and maybe even...

Confession—I feel like I have this secret treasure in my life, where I can go to remind myself who I am and what’s possible for me, my work and this whole human experience. And, now the secret is OUT!  I’m introducing you today to Barb Patterson, founder of Beyond...

With this new normal were experiencing in the world today, did you know that it is possible to still help people solve real problems from our homes under these conditions? And, did you know that even with COVID-19 impacting every aspect of our world right now, it is...

We are in a state of unprecedented (in our lifetime) uncertainty.  But here’s the little secret that is finally out of the bag… WE NEVER HAD CERTAINTY!  It might have seemed like we had it. Some of us, more than others, had a gorgeous illusion going on of thinking we...

What’s the first thing we do when we realize we need to make a change or solve a problem?  We seek information, right? We ask friends, do an online search, buy a course, hire an expert.  Information is super useful when we are trying to get somewhere new, either...

When you’re doing big things in the world like speaking, writing and leading a big mission, anxiety can be a frequent companion.  And when it comes to anxiety, almost everybody points to it and says “You’ve got to fix this. There's something you have to do about...

Welcome to the Brilliance at Work podcast where we shine a light on where great work, charisma and leadership that makes a positive difference really comes from. In this first episode of our newly rebranded podcast (formerly The Thought Leadership School Podcast), I...

Thought Leader Friends, today I’m sharing the final podcast episode for 2019… which will also be the last episode for a while because in 2020, I’ll be taking a podcast haitus! Why, you may be wondering? Well, simply because I can feel something else is brewing in my...