By Vanessa Denha Garmo Ash Wednesday is one of the boldest days of the Catholic year. We step into churches, receive ashes on our foreheads, and walk back into the world visibly marked by our faith. It’s a simple sign with a profound message: We are dust. We are sinners in need of mercy. We […]
We live in a culture that celebrates achievement. Goals, milestones, and accomplishments are often seen as the ultimate measure of success. But there’s a hidden trap that many of us fall into—the hyper-achiever saboteur. On the surface, being a hyper-achiever looks admirable. You’re disciplined, driven, and constantly striving for the next win. Yet beneath that
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How your inner dialogue shapes your outer reality. Growing up, my sisters used to tease me for talking to myself. I’d walk around the house narrating my thoughts, rehearsing conversations, or brainstorming ideas out loud. At the time, it felt silly. But now I realize: I was practicing something powerful—thinking out loud.Some people are silent
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As a strengths coach, I often remind emerging leaders that the most effective leadership style isn’t something you copy—it’s something you cultivate. Your natural talents are the foundation. When you understand and apply your strengths, you lead with authenticity, clarity, and purpose. Today, we’re diving into the Strategic Thinking theme—one of the four domains in
Do You See the Cup Half Empty or Half Full?September 13th may be officially marked as Positive Thinking Day, but what if we treated every day as an invitation to reframe, refocus, and rediscover? Intentional thought isn’t just a mood booster—it’s a momentum builder. And the secret to unlocking that momentum lies in a remarkable
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The assassination of Charlie Kirk is a sobering moment for anyone who believes in the power of dialogue, public engagement, and leadership—regardless of political affiliation. As a leadership coach, I view this not through the lens of ideology, but through the lens of human dignity, civic responsibility, and the culture we shape through our words
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I recently facilitated a brief talk about employee engagement. This particular company was trying to figure out how to get employees more involved in the company events while building internal relationships. In my experience as a professional development coach, I can say that the less engaged employees are at work, the more they don’t care
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The Feast of the Epiphany: Recognizing God’s Light in Our Lives As the season of Christmas draws to a close, we celebrate one of the most profound moments in the Christian calendar – the Feast of the Epiphany. This day is a reminder that all of us have those “aha” moments where the light bulb
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In coaching sessions, managers often discuss the struggle of providing employeefeedback but giving constructive criticism is crucial for employee growth anddevelopment. The commentary to correct mistakes is for the company’s greater good and theemployee’s benefit. What you say and how you say it is imperative to reachingyour ultimate goals of improving the company culture and
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What you say and how you say it is part of your brand identity and leadershipstyle. As a Strengths ® Coach, I work with clients on leading with their strengths;it is the basis of developing their leadership style. However, how we communicate plays a significant role in how we lead andwhether people follow us. Our
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