My theme this year is “Innovative Influence” because that seems to be what the executives I coach are most seeking from our sessions. From the creative, genius mind of Leading Coach Michael Bungay Stanier, a fun and juicy list of 11 words for 2011…what will your year be about?  What will your clients make 2011 about? What is your theme? …

Hear featured Leading Coach was Leading Coaches’ Academy Faculty Member Gerhard Schwandt, an efficiency expert who coaches about efficiency in the context of energy.  He engaged us in a conversation about how to think about our work flow in ways that allow us to create customized systems for how we work.  What are the hats you wear in your work?  …

By Charles E. Smith Ph.D. This article first appeared in Xonitek – Operational Excellence by Design. Posted with permission. John Lennon said, “Life is what happens while you’re busy making other plans.” I’ve spent a good part of my life making lists, setting goals, making plans and calling people up.  Mostly, it’s been a waste of time.  Some years ago, …

I’m delighted to have this post contributed by Leading Coach Patsi Krakoff, Psy.D. (aka The Blog Squad) in Ajijic, Mexico, to help us all make the most of that critical web 2.0 marketing strategy: blogging. Find out more about Patsi at www.WritingOnTheWeb.com and if you don’t already have a blog, but want to, she’s a great resource for you! 4 …