by Marc Corsini | May 17, 2016 | Uncategorized
Over the years, I’ve coached executives, including company presidents, who sometimes find themselves in a frustrating and uncomfortable situation with one of their managers. I know what these executives are feeling—I’ve experienced this same situation in some coaching...
by Marc Corsini | May 5, 2016 | Uncategorized
If you’ve ever played board games with children, you probably have encountered the classic game “Chutes and Ladders,” which, interestingly, is based on an ancient Indian game called “Snakes and Ladders.” Anyway, the game is pretty simple—so simple, in fact, that it’s...
by Marc Corsini | Apr 15, 2016 | Uncategorized
In the business-coaching world, coaching an overachiever is a dream come true. It’s fun, and it’s plenty exciting because these go-getters are always trying to get better. They are focused. They are driven. They are passionate about work and life. And when it comes to...
by Marc Corsini | Apr 5, 2016 | Uncategorized
Years ago, I had a life coach who introduced me to the “Ladder of Success” model of achieving (or not). It has a lot to do with attitude. The less committed you are to a goal, the more you use indecisive words like “wish” and “might.” And if you’re using negative...
by Marc Corsini | Mar 17, 2016 | Uncategorized
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I’m wishing you and your loved ones a fun, loving and fun-loving day! Admittedly, in our part of the country, this day is not always high on everyone’s list of holidays, but it’s definitely a fun one. And so just for fun, here are some St....
by Marc Corsini | Mar 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
Right now, we’re deep into basketball season, and I’m lovin’ life! I have many fond memories associated with this sport. At the same time, I’m also reminded of a not-so-happy, basketball-related event that taught me a few very valuable life lessons. Some of you know...
by Marc Corsini | Feb 23, 2016 | Uncategorized
So, with the previous blog, we’ve established that being busy isn’t always best. It doesn’t necessarily make you more important or even more successful. But busyness can keep you from focusing on what’s fundamental to your success. But only if you let it. Years ago, I...
by Marc Corsini | Feb 9, 2016 | Uncategorized
“Life is what happens when you are planning.” That’s an old adage, and I’ll add a new variation: “Life is what happens when you are doing!” If you’re busy, you know exactly what I’m talking about. It’s been only six weeks since the new year began with all its promise...
by Marc Corsini | Feb 2, 2016 | Uncategorized
Groundhog Day has come back around (as Groundhog Day always does). If you (and Punxsutawney Phil) saw shadows, we’re all looking at six more weeks of winter. Weather aside, Groundhog Day always reminds me of the movie Groundhog Day, and the movie reminds me of a...
by Marc Corsini | Jan 19, 2016 | Uncategorized
Recently, one of the executives I coach arrived at my office late for our monthly coaching session. This was uncharacteristic, and I could tell at a glance that something was going on with her. She apologized for her tardiness but said there was a good reason for it—a...
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