14 Ways To Continue Sticking To Your New Year’s Resolution | Forbes Coaches Council

From the Forbes Coaches Council… Set Realistic Goals One of the biggest mistakes we make when it comes to setting (and not achieving) a resolution is we set unrealistic goals. For example, if my goal is to write a book then it’s important to have a plan or strategy. For …

Having A Hard Time Letting Go Of A Project? Here Are 13 Useful Tips | Forbes Coaches Council

From the Forbes Coaches Council… Consider Cost Consider looking at it from two points of view: “What do I gain by holding onto this project/endeavor?” Are you learning new skills? Working with people you enjoy? Bringing in consistent income? Then ask, “What do I lose by holding onto this project/endeavor?” …

19 Tricks To Shift Your Mind Toward Optimism | Forbes Coaches Council

Notice What’s Going Well

I start each coaching session by asking my client, “What’s going well?” The more we focus on what’s working, the more we notice how much is working for us. Quick tip: Each morning for a week, list three things you’re looking forward to that day (versus what you “have to” do). You’ll quickly see positive results in your personal and professional life.

Leaders: What To Do When You Don’t Know The Answer | Forbes Coaches Council

Get Support From Team Or Research

It’s OK to not always have the answer. It means we’ve still got room to learn and grow. Be honest and use it as an opportunity demonstrate leadership by including others on your team to create a solution. Work solo? Take a course, read books, attend a workshop, hire a coach or mentor. In other words, get support to help you get more comfortable, increase your confidence and knowledge.

15 Ways To Offer Truly Constructive Feedback | Forbes Coaches Council

Give Your Intention Some Attention

Think about why you feel the need to share the criticism. If it’s truly to help someone improve performance, approach it from a place of how you would want the information communicated to you. Stay factual to avoid an emotional confrontation and make sure you create the space for it to be a conversation (versus a directive) that leads to a positive outcome.