Great work getting to Step 3! Working through steps 1 and 2 takes a lot of effort and commitment. Way to stick with it! It is worth it! You are making great progress! This step is intended to shift gears a bit and tap into more of your creative side.
In the Wheel of Life and the Walk the Talk, we have been focused on 8 largely external areas of our lives. It is very important to have these areas of our life in balance and order. Additionally important but more invisible, is what is happening on the INSIDE. I
Life can sometimes feel out of sync when our actions and habits do not align with our values or goals. The end of the year is a perfect time to assess where you are walking the talk and where adjustments might be needed. In Step 2B of the Performance Planner
Life can feel busy and full of priorities pulling you in many directions. It can be challenging to step back and see the bigger picture of where you are thriving and where there might be room for improvement. The Wheel of Life is a helpful tool to reflect and assess
Life can be full of many tasks and projects and despite our best intentions can pile up. It is understandable how little things can turn into big things. Things like unfinished tasks, disorganized spaces, and lingering obligations can turn into frustrations and annoyances that quietly drain your energy and attention.
Reflection is a powerful tool for growth and clarity. Taking the time to thoughtfully answer key questions about your past year provides insights into what worked, what didn’t, and where you can adjust for the future. In Step 1B of the Performance Planner, you will explore specific reflection questions on
The start of a new year is the perfect time to reflect on the journey you’ve just completed. Taking a moment to celebrate your wins and milestones provides clarity, motivation, and a foundation for future growth. Reviewing the past year’s highlights is more than a feel-good exercise, it is a
Goal planning is an exciting time of the year. It is a chance to look back at the past year, celebrate your wins and successes, and reflect on what did not happen and what remains important as you move into the new year. This is the perfect moment to consider
Crucial Conversations by Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, and Al Switzler offers a practical framework for effectively handling high-stakes discussions. The book emphasizes that crucial conversations—situations where opinions vary, stakes are high, and emotions run strong—are common in personal and professional contexts. The authors provide strategies for managing emotions,
Listening well is foundational for strong relationships and effective leadership. It builds trust, creates space for open dialogue, and allows teams to work together more effectively. Yet, listening is surprisingly difficult. Often, we are so focused on crafting a response or jumping to solutions that we fail to fully hear
