Never underestimate your power.

There will always be moments when you are put to the test—at work and at home, dealing with projects or people, managing your emotions while trying to help others.

So often, we think hard about how to solve a problem, focusing on what we need to do right now. We rely on our analytical minds to find solutions. Yet, when we over-rely on our analytical minds, we can miss some of the solutions because we have tunnel vision, seeing only what’s in front of us.… Read More

The Practice of Positive Intelligence: Enhancing Wellness, Relationships, and Performance
 And I purposefully list them in this order.
Wellness is the Foundation
Can you sustain a positive, long-term relationship if your wellness isn’t at its best? Can you achieve consistent productivity and higher performance at work without prioritizing your wellness? Not likely. … Read More

If man is by nature a social animal, as Aristotle indicated, then we know we’re influenced by the culture that surrounds us 🌍. Culture is immensely important, and I realize its significance more and more each passing day.

So, what exactly is culture?… Read More

Ever feel like you’re standing at a crossroads, knowing you need to change but resisting the thought of it?

I love good food. My morning coffee with homemade banana or pumpkin bread, a glass of wine once a week, a nice pasta dish with crusty bread, a juicy piece of meat, some popcorn in front of the TV, and a sweet dessert after dinner.

Sounds delightful, right? What could possibly go wrong?… Read More

As kids we knew that our BBQ dinner depended on the swiftness of the fanning and we all took turns to light the fire and then keep it going. We were drooling just thinking at the end results- yummy middle eastern kabobs!

I often think about it and share this story in my trainings when I talk about leadership. … Read More