A participant at a recent workshop asked, “How can I stop worrying about things I have no control over?” I said, “The way to change your thoughts is to do a pattern interrupt.”
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Want Clarity? Take Action! – The Better Newsletter #46
Did you know that my entire career as an author/speaker/consultant can be traced back to a single decision I made back in college?
Turn Quit Into Grit – The Better Newsletter #45
Did you see the message Noah Lyles posted following his thrilling 100-meter win in the Paris Olympics? These inspiring athletes are walking-talking-running models of AGEncy in action.
What’s in Your Happiness Box? – The Better Newsletter #44
Years ago, I had just wrapped up an intense two-day consulting job in Southern California. I was sitting in my rental car, trying to drum up the energy to drive to the airport and catch a plane back to D.C.
Just then, my phone rang..
Lead With Authentic Appreciation – The Better Newsletter #41
A woman in a recent workshop said, “I work for a government agency. I can’t remember the last time someone paid me a compliment.”
I told her, “Instead of waiting to receive overdue appreciation, GO FIRST and get the ball rolling by giving other people the recognition they deserve.”
Feel Free to Show Gratitude – The Better Newsletter #40
I’ll always remember driving through the Great Smoky Mountains over July 4th weekend several years ago, listening to Garrison Keillor’s final show of a Prairie Home Companion, broadcast live from the Hollywood Bowl.
President Obama called to give Keillor a shout-out for his 40+ years of story-telling. Keillor asked, “What are you looking forward to when you’re out of office?”
Double Down on Your Dreams – The Better Newsletter #39
I’ll always remember, years ago, standing in a pouring rain on a crowded NYC street trying to flag down a taxi. No luck. I called my son out of frustration, told him what was happening and said, “I’m going to miss my plane. Any suggestions?”
From Imposter to Inspired – The Better Newsletter #35
One day, I saw a woman sitting on the beach by herself, crying. I went over and asked, “Are you okay?” She said, “No, I’m NOT okay. I don’t belong here…”
Back to Basics – The Better Newsletter #33
Years ago I was watching Chris Evert’s commentary at Wimbledon. She said…
Messages That Matter – The Better Newsletter #32
People often tell me, “I’m a business owner, not a speaker.” I reply back with…