Life
Like a knife in the back!
In the 1990s I was product manager of an innovative electronic publishing solution, way ahead of its time. It’s part of what makes me a great coach.
Leadership
Fix your leadership, not your employees
There’s apparently been a spike in employees taking mental health leave. I can believe it. Work culture has gotten more and more toxic and dehumanizing over the past decade. I’ve experienced it myself, and I’ve heard plenty of anecdotal evidence from the hundreds of clients I’ve coached over the past Read more
Peter's Progress
Leveling Up
Last week I leveled up. I am now a Professional Certified Coach (PCC). “But Peter,” you may be asking, “weren’t you already a certified coach?” I was. I achieved the basic ICF certification two years ago (nearly to the day). Since then, I’ve worked with more than 200 clients totaling Read more
Life
Junk science in life coaching: rationalizing views through questionable research
My belief that life coaching can be life-changing is based on lived experience, professional experience, and anecdote. Let’s stop with the junk science already.
Life
How to choose a professional coach that’s best for you, and why it matters
Not all professional coaches are certified, but all certified coaches are professionals. Here’s how to choose a professional coach that’s right for you.
The Gray Bear
Metrics, insights, and learnings from the Coach Showcase project
For 2023’s International Coaching Week, I interviewed 15 great coaches to get their thoughts, tips, and insights. In addition to hosting them on my website and YouTube channel, I posted each video to my LinkedIn profile. One a day during International Coaching Week, then one each week following on Thursday Read more
Conflict
Using self-awareness to erase fear of change—a brain-twisting approach to expand your perspective
Change is inevitable. Fear of change is not. Being aware of your tendencies and expanding your perspective can help you face and get through change.
Community
Knowing when to break the rules
This post is about roles and responsibilities, both in a team and in society. It includes a sports metaphor and a picture of me wearing an orange safety vest.
Leadership
What leadership quality do you need to improve most?
There is no single leadership quality that will turn you into a great leader. Self improvement requires self awareness and situational awareness.