by hannahsword | Aug 4, 2021 | CliftonStrenths
If the words above describe you, and you consider your word “your bond,” it is very possible that you have the CliftonStrengths® talent theme of Responsibility in your top 5 talents. I must say, in my coaching and consulting experience, this is one of the most...
by michael | Mar 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
Two people I know well, Pat and Bob, were recently offered jobs that came with substantial pay raises. One friend took the new job, the other did not. Both are professional and capable. Both are hard workers, enjoy their work, and make important contributions in their...
by hannahsword | Mar 13, 2023 | CliftonStrenths
In a world that seems flooded with rampant narcissism, it seems a bit much to suggest that the first step in self-care is simply to love yourself. So, let’s first take a look at the difference between self-love and narcissism. Narcissism isn’t really self-love, it is...
by hannahsword | Oct 3, 2022 | CliftonStrenths
I toured in bands for many years and performed in numerous bands over the years. Even now I play in a local rock band, though my musical past includes, jazz, ragtime, marching, concert, orchestra, Army, country, rock, oldies, classic rock and even Chinese pop. As a...
by hannahsword | Sep 6, 2022 | Leadership
In my last letter, I mentioned that the month of July was named for Julius Caesar. Will you be the next leader to have a month named in your honor? Here’s what you are up against… Julius was the great uncle of Gaius Octavius whom we now know as Caesar Augustus. Young...
