Weak Leader, Weak Team
I like to walk into companies and try to guess how strong the management team is. Call me crazy but I think I can guess with fairly high accuracy. I think you can too. Experiencing the initial interactions with everyone from the front desk on gives clues to what the leadership values. An example […]
What to Do with Those Weaknesses?
Jennifer is a big vision leader. She knows that about herself. One of her top strengths is “Futuristic.” Put her in a room, let her loose on an idea and she will tell you what is ahead years down the road. She loves to think about the future. At the end of a brainstorming session […]
Why Leaders Need to Choose Their Brand
I don’t know how many times I have heard this story from clients when I ask them what they want next in their career…”I don’t really know. I just started on this career path and did what needed to be done. I kept getting promoted and just fell into my next position.” To be […]
A Holiday Gift
Need a little stress relief for the holiday? Find quiet room and take a minute to do some relaxing yoga. Don’t worry if you have never done yoga and are stiff as a board. This is a beginner video with the focus on relaxation. Have an amazing Monday! (and everyday.) Leanna Fredrich, Leadership, Career and […]
An Experiment in Gratitude
This time of year we are often reminded that it is a excellent idea to be thankful. Here’s a bit more scientific proof of why gratitude is good for you. I hope you enjoy it! Have an Amazing Monday (and everyday!) Leanna Fredrich, Leadership, Career and Stress-Management Consultant [email protected]
Is the News Making You Sick?
How often do you read, watch or listen to the news? If your answer is, “Too often!” you are not alone. A recent survey reports that one in 10 adults checks the news every hour and 20% say they are constantly monitoring their social media feeds- which often include news stories. Just think for a […]
The Power of Music
Picture this. You get home from work feeling tired and stressed. As you start making dinner you decide to turn on some dance music. What is most likely to happen? My guess is that it won’t be long before your foot is tapping and you are humming along. You might even find yourself dancing with […]
Why Your Stress-filled Life Needs Water
I spent this weekend by the water-canoeing, paddle-boarding and swimming . It brought back wonderful childhood memories of spending all day at the pool only pausing to come back home for food. What’s better then that relaxed sun-soaked feeling?! There’s a reason so many of us like to vacation by the water, whether it’s playing […]
Can Love Conquer Stress?
Close your eyes for a minute and remember times in your life when you felt love. It could be the first time you held your child, those joyful, intense days of a first love, that moment you picked out and brought home an adorable kitty or puppy. This very simple exercise has lowered the […]
Stress and Your Pets
I love pets especially dogs. However, I must admit, it is a good thing they are cute because they are a lot of work! I remember many times coming home and having the “joy” of cleaning up the mess Celah made. When she was young she went through a paper-shredding phase. When she was […]