My Cat Lady Lessons
Written by Achim Nowak
There are things that enrage us. At work, at home. We feel powerless to effect a change. How do we let go?
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Beware of the BYSTANDER Effect!
Written by Achim Nowak
How long do you stand by before you speak up? Observe but don’t say anything? What is the cost to you personally, and to your business, for your silence in the face of things that need to be fixed?
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How to Apologize Well
Written by Achim Nowak
Confident leaders apologize. Smart leaders apologize. Only the weak and incompetent ones don’t. Apologize well.
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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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