When we think of coaching, many of us are first introduced to the concept as children playing in the little leagues. The majority of people that I know never even used the term, “Coach,” to…
Sexual harassment … even the word itself sounds kind of sleazy, or maybe that’s the (rightfully earned) negative connotation that is now inextricably linked to it. Such behavior is deplorable and, much like racism, there…
“Summertime sadness” is always in the air around this time of year. However, that sentiment has taken on a whole new meaning and depth here in 2020 – the year that everyone is vociferously wishing…
I’ve been thinking about this comparison lately, which seems like an odd thing to be thinking about in the context of everything else going on, but here we are. Ever since I was a kid,…
COVID-19 has ravaged the lives of billions, destroyed the economy and take out hundreds of thousands of innocent people. It’s also created an unprecedented level of fear and anxiety in our lives. The uncertainty surrounding…
Make no mistake about it, we’re digitally distracted. Our obsession with our phones has moved far beyond “gotta have it” to “can’t put it down.” Some of us have become phone zombies, unable to tear…
It doesn’t have to be a major movement, like #blacklivesmatter. Your purpose has to be your own, however small or grand. The scope of what you’re doing isn’t important – the importance of what you’re…
We can’t predict the future. Behaviors and trends that are common today may not meet tomorrow’s needs. But we can get coaching now to help us navigate situations that are sensitive, delicate and may have…
It’s the question that’s on everybody’s mind from students to parents to school administrators. There is no simple answer. But there is certainly a lot of discussion on the topic. And it’s trending up on…
For the past couple of weeks, we’ve been talking about resilience and adaptability as critical soft – make that POWER skills – that students need now more than ever. As COVID-19 rages on with no…