We're wired to hold on, but letting go is essential for leadership and personal growth. Discover why your brain resists change and learn practical steps from the NCD Process to release what no longer serves you. Start small, create space for new opportunities, and find freedom on the other side.

I used to think I was a good communicator until I noticed conversations weren't going as hoped and relationships were strained. Here are 5 clear signs you might benefit from communication coaching - from avoiding difficult conversations to constantly clarifying what you "really" meant.

The biggest obstacles to success aren't what you don't know—they're what everyone else knows about you that you can't see. These blind spots sabotage relationships and careers. Learn how the Johari Window reveals what others see clearly but you're unaware of, plus a 3-step plan to bridge the gap.

Ever find yourself paralyzed by fear of what might happen in the future? Future tripping - that anxiety-driven mental time travel - sabotages our ability to listen and respond authentically. Learn to distinguish between healthy planning and destructive worry, and discover how presence transforms conversations.

The conversations we avoid are often the exact ones that could transform our workplace. Research shows teams engaging in healthy conflict are 76% more likely to achieve goals, yet we spend hours weekly just dealing with conflict through avoidance. Learn how challenging dialogue creates trust foundations.

Managing workplace dress codes requires empathy, not enforcement. Learn how to navigate these sensitive conversations by leading with curiosity instead of criticism, understanding the human realities behind policy violations, and building trust while maintaining professional standards.

The employee requests PTO for a family reunion. You've already approved two others that week. What you say next either builds trust or breaks it. Learn three strategies to transform vacation conversations from team morale killers into relationship strengtheners.

I keep seeing the same pattern: Leaders desperately need better communication in their organizations, but when I arrive to facilitate workshops, there's one glaring absence—the leader who called me. How can you lead a transformation you haven't experienced? True leadership means showing up.

It's time we reframe the micromanaging conversation. When used purposefully, micromanaging provides guardrails for growth - it's intentional, time-limited, and milestone-driven. The problem isn't micromanaging itself, but continuing to closely manage someone who already has the skills for the task.

That team meeting where everyone smiles politely while tensions grow? After two decades working with organizations, I've learned what we avoid discussing doesn't disappear—it festers. Teams spend 42% of their time managing conflict instead of core work. The solution? Learning to navigate challenging dialogue.

When my 41-year-old son-in-law completed Army boot camp, he taught me something valuable about perseverance. In organizational change, the teams that thrive aren't those who avoid difficult conversations, but those who develop the skills to persevere through them—creating stronger bonds and breakthrough solutions.

Throughout my career, I've discovered that when I'm feeling stuck or have a long-desired goal that keeps getting postponed, working with a coach provides the momentum I need. A skilled coach offers objective insights and practical guidance that could otherwise take years to discover on your own.

The key to feedback mastery lies in self-awareness. By getting "clean and clear" on your own emotions before delivering feedback, you transform potentially difficult conversations into opportunities for growth and trust-building. In today's competitive landscape, this skill isn't just nice to have—it's essential for success.

When board members show up but don't engage, avoid fundraising, or meddle in operations, it signals your nonprofit is outgrowing its "working board" structure. Through strategic planning and honest dialogue, you can facilitate the necessary transition to a "governing board" that better serves your current phase of development.

I used to dread feedback too—feeling criticized rather than empowered. But avoiding feedback creates ripple effects: problems fester, trust erodes, and resentment builds. Learn how the Navigating Challenging Dialogue® approach transforms feedback from a source of anxiety into a powerful tool for growth.

Is your nonprofit struggling with disengaged board members, fundraising resistance, or operational meddling? These challenges often signal it's time to evolve from a "working board" to a "governing board." Learn how strategic planning can facilitate this critical transition for your organization's sustainability and impact.

Is your nonprofit board struggling with disengagement, fundraising reluctance, or operational overreach? The solution might lie in recognizing which growth phase you're in. I've helped dozens of organizations navigate the delicate transition from "working board" to "governing board." Here's how.

Is your strategic plan collecting dust? For most leaders, the answer is yes. But what if your plan could be the ultimate tool for setting expectations, creating transparency, identifying resource gaps, and actually hitting your goals? Let me show you how to transform your strategic plan from forgotten document to powerful leadership asset.