Author: Beth Wonson
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You can only call me for 3 reasons!
I spent time today with one of my wonderful individual coaching clients. I love all the shared learning that comes from my work as my clients dare to step into vulnerability, reflection, learning and growth. Today’s call was no exception. My sweet, smart and ambitious client is also a go-getter, hard working and deeply…
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Trust Tree
I can’t tell you how often I’m asked, “What did it take to start your own consulting business?” I love that question because it helps me to reflect on what has gotten me here. And by here I mean being able to ride an Icelandic pony on a Monday afternoon. Stand with an intelligent,…
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Undefended Problem Solving
The CEO of a large, successful company confided to me recently that one of his greatest frustrations is when a member of his team gets carried away defending their own position. To the point that the person sulks or doesn’t participate productively in problem solving or innovation. His interpretation is that the person is having…
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How did we end up here? This place is horrible.
In the opening scene of the movie Birdman, actor Riggan Thomson is in the dressing room of the Broadway play he has written, is directing and starring in. This play is his final opportunity to be seen as his true self. Although a big risk, he sees this as his last opportunity to return to…
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Does Play Make You Cringe?
Regardless of your play personality, when you are designing trainings or meetings or even teambuilding events, include opportunities for all the play styles. Not only will you have more engagement, you’ll also have participants who are more focused, innovative, connected and creative.
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Four Simple Ways to Improve as a Leader
Do any of these statements resonate with you? – I spend all my time putting out fires. – I’m tired of getting blindsided by missed goals and deadlines. – I thought I wanted to be the leader but I miss the camaraderie of the team more and more. – I’m not sure my team…
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Feeling Powerless in Challenging Conversations?
Have you ever felt powerless in a meeting when the conversation turns into an emotionally charged diatribe? Here are a few seemingly magical steps that you can use to turn around unproductive and damaging diatribes in just minutes. Imagine that you are leading a meeting. One of the agenda items is: rising health care costs.…
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Thinking about Leveling Up?
A dear friend is sleeping soundly in my guest room. Last time she was here was about six months ago and only days before she embarked on a six-month trip through Asia armed with only her backpack, a yoga mat, her cell phone, her courage and occasional met ups with friends. Just days before she…
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“But ambition is what has gotten me where I am today so what do you mean by ‘let go of ambition’”?
“But ambition is what has gotten me where I am today so what do you mean by ‘let go of ambition’”? This question was asked of me when I was interviewed to facilitate a two-day retreat for CEOs. Even though I had been highly recommended, I sensed that the person asking the question was skeptical…
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A Gift for Your Heart
Let’s turn around one of the most misunderstood, over commercialized and triggering holidays of the year. Let’s make Valentine’s Day…”Heart Expansion Day” And here is my gift to get you started! My self-love blog and free downloadable 10 minute Heart Expanding relaxation recording. The MYTH About Self Love….I love you. You complete me. I used to confuse self-love…