Aug 23Member-onlyThe Power ⚡️ of Play: How to Trade Burnout for Fun 🎈Have you ever looked at a child playing and envied their uninhibited joy? Now, imagine bringing that joy to your work life. If you’re reading this, odds are that you’ve had some success in your career, but are no longer enjoying your work. You are likely exploring how you might…Careers4 min readCareers4 min read
Jun 18Member-only50+ Timeless Rules For Living An Amazing LifeI just returned from a wonderful get-away to Quebec City. My amazing wife took me there to celebrate my 50th birthday. I am not sure why, but while we were on the train on the way there, the urge to write out some of the life lessons I’ve learned along…Life14 min readLife14 min read
Jun 4Member-onlyPlanning Your Escape: Breaking Free From Work That Doesn’t Work For YouWe all experience periods of dissatisfaction or discontent in our careers. It’s normal. But what if that feeling of frustration has transformed into a chronic sense of dread and dissatisfaction? That is a clear warning sign that you need to change something. For mid-career professionals resenting their jobs, this post…Careers7 min readCareers7 min read
May 7Member-onlyExtinguish Burnout: 10 Proven Strategies For Keeping You SaneThe state of the Western world’s workforce is in utter disarray. With so many trying to survive — yet struggling — in jobs that make them miserable, mental health issues are sprouting up like weeds. The situation is not sustainable for either employees or employers. In order to be effective…Mental Health6 min readMental Health6 min read
Apr 15Member-onlyThe Danger Of The “Follow Your Passion” AdviceAs a career coach, I excel at helping people design and craft careers they enjoy, as well as them redefine the role that work plays in their life. But I don’t think that it is healthy to rely solely on work as the vehicle for expressing your passion. In fact…Personal Development3 min readPersonal Development3 min read
Apr 9Member-onlyEmerge from the Darkness: Easter’s Lessons on Personal Growth and RenewalThe sun is gaining in strength, taking the edge off the winter chill. I can see signs of growth, of new life as the snow and ice melt away. At its heart, the Easter story is a story of transformation. …Self Improvement3 min readSelf Improvement3 min read
Apr 4Member-onlyNavigating the Messy Road of LifeAs I was out for a walk the other day, an idea struck me; my road at this time of the year is a great analogy for life. A weird concept? Maybe. But allow me to explain. Nestled in the country on the edge of the majestic Ottawa River, our…Life Lessons4 min readLife Lessons4 min read
Mar 28Member-onlyBefore You Jump: The Need For Stability To Unlock ChangeChange is hard. That is the reality. There is no simple path to making meaningful change. It is going to be uncomfortable and you will occasionally feel discouraged. There is a saying I have heard before somewhere; “Everyone wants change, but no one wants to be changed”. So true. Human…Change4 min readChange4 min read
Mar 21Member-onlyHeed The Call: How To Know It Is Time To Change Things Up In Your CareerAre you happy with your work life and career? Or have you locked your dreams away, convincing yourself that you will get started on making them a reality when the ‘timing is better’? Don’t kill your dreams with false promises of tomorrow. We both know you are lying to yourself. …Careers4 min readCareers4 min read
Mar 13Member-onlyHow To Find More Hours In Your DayWhere I live, we will have shifted to “Daylight Savings Time” this weekend. This change led me to think about my relationship with time, how I managed it, and how fluid the whole concept of time can be. As a driven, highly motivated professional who sets big goals, I pay…Productivity5 min readProductivity5 min read
