HX Coaching & Consulting Blog
A Better Human Experience
The Gift of Perspective
As a young HR director I was frequently frustrated by what I thought of as “company politics.” It seemed to me if these dang people would just cooperate instead of being so….so…. HUMAN, I could get my work done. Sometimes on a day like that I would seek out my boss....
Who Thrives?
The first big layoff . . . and what it taught me I was a young, aspiring Human Resources professional, suddenly faced with the prospect of laying off 80 of my coworkers. Not just my coworkers; these were my friends. At age 28 and just a few years into my professional...
The Pandemic Has Changed Us
2 years after COVID shut everything down, the truth is becoming clear. None of us will be going back. I loved my corporate career. The good pay and the meaningful work I got to do, using my best talents, had always made the grueling commute feel worth it.
5 Big Mistakes Quitters Make
What to do before you quit your job (advice from a Human Resources Executive) If you’re thinking about leaving your job before you have your next one lined up, there’s a long list of things to take into consideration. While you’ll want to get your finances in order,...
What neuroscience knows about your compelling vision
If you want to move toward the best future you can imagine for yourself, one of the greatest assets you can have in your toolbox is a compelling vision. In the context of your LAST.BEST.JOB., a “Compelling Vision” is: A clear and powerful image of what you want for...
Discover Your SuperPowers
With great power comes great responsibility. Discover your SuperPowers. Then put them to work for good in the world. By my definition everyone has SuperPowers. If you’re over halfway through your career, chances are you have a strong idea what yours are…
Ikigai
Ikigai – Answer these 4 questions to find your true purpose The answers to these 4 simple questions are at the heart of your true purpose. Ikigai (EE-key-guy) is a traditional Japanese concept that embodies happiness in living. Like many Japanese concepts, it’s...
Find your LAST.BEST.JOB. 3 Big Reasons NOW is the time.
Are you in the last third of your career? Are you fully satisfied with the work you do every day, or do you long for something more fulfilling? How do you feel about landing your LAST.BEST.JOB? Now is the perfect time to be intentional…