My Year of More PRESENCE
Written by Achim Nowak
Personal growth and development are beautiful things. Work at them a little less hard. Trust that greater presence may be your most powerful teacher.
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Seize Your FIRST FIVE!
Written by Achim Nowak
Momentum in any situation is disproportionately influenced by what happens in the FIRST 5. Mind your FIRST 5. Choose well.
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Do You Talk Too Much?
Written by Achim Nowak
How much do you speak in a conversation? How much does the other person speak? That’s your talk ratio. Manage it.
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The Problem With Being AUTHENTIC
Written by Achim Nowak
We live in an age that craves authenticity. What the heck does that actually mean? And what sort of personal choices does authenticity require?
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When EFFORT Is EFFORTLESS
Written by Achim Nowak
Don’t be the person that tries too hard. When effort is required, effortlessness is our sweet spot. Consider these gateways to showing up effortlessly.
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How OPEN Is Your Door?
Written by Achim Nowak
You want to be approachable. You pride yourself on your open-door policy. Do folks actually come to you? How approachable are you, really?
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When You Hit Your Leadership Ceiling
Written by Achim Nowak
Talented folks are often denied a promotion because they lack experience. It gets squishy when the denial is based on your leadership style. That you can fix!
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The Power of a Positive NO
Written by Achim Nowak
Chances are, you have been told saying NO is career suicide. Chances are, you don’t say No enough. Say it more often – with skill.
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The Gift of Thinking Time
Written by Achim Nowak
You know that you never have enough time. You also know that without time to think, every aspect of your life starts to dull. Thinking time is essential time. Think more.
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5 Lessons in Personal Agility
Written by Achim Nowak
Successful people notice faster. Pivot more courageously. Seek help. Not being agile is not a sustainable way of doing life. Here are some primers.
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4 Everyday Trust Builders
Written by Achim Nowak
It is easy to be cynical about leadership. Examples of leaders we cannot trust abound. Here are simple behaviors that will ensure you are someone they WILL trust.
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