Commitment

Commitment

The definition of commitment by Webster’s is: to entrust; a continuing obligation; a promise or pledge.  No wonder some of my coaching clients cringe when I ask, “What are you committed to?” They think that whatever their answer is, they’re locked into it.  They feel...
No Excuses, Just Results

No Excuses, Just Results

Francisco is a big guy with a friendly personality. No matter what time I used to go to the gym, he was there.  One day he asked me what I did for a living. As it always does, his interest piqued when I told him I was a business coach.  He ended up telling me that he...
Guilt-Free Business

Guilt-Free Business

There’s a light and dark side to every positive personality trait and value. Unfortunately, it’s easy to slip into the dark side and cause yourself and others immense stress. For instance, I have high standards of integrity, especially when it comes to business. In...
Jump and the Parachute Will Appear

Jump and the Parachute Will Appear

When the going gets tough, it’s time to work that trust muscle. It takes faith to keep moving toward your dreams and financial goals… especially when the odds seem stacked against you.  Whether you own your own business or work for somebody else, there’s only one...
Business Lessons from the Courtroom

Business Lessons from the Courtroom

I’ve always heard that jury duty in the US is an interesting experience. Interesting in a good way. But I never wanted to do it since I have a very delicately balanced schedule between work and kids. If I unexpectedly had to leave for a week or two from my business,...