“What we achieve inwardly will change outer reality”. —Plutarch I will be inspired this year! I will be in awe of the beauty of the world. I will restore my faith in humanity. I will be a part of people who do good – for others and self. I will learn and become lost in… Read more »
Posts by author: Edyta Pacuk
A Recommended Read
I would like to recommend a read that makes many people pause – Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman. Here is what it is about, in a nutshell… The average human lifespan is roughly four thousand weeks, assuming we live to be 80 years old. We have been conditioned to value being… Read more »
Thursday Thoughts: Walking Meetings
It’s been a while since I had my last “walk-about-coaching” session with a client. Downtown Toronto being muggy and full of construction was not the loveliest backdrop for a meeting, however, it was fantastic to engage in a conversation whilst taking a stroll. Yes, there are significant benefits to walking meetings! Research shows that aside… Read more »
The Great Reality
It is not called the “Great Resignation” anymore. It is called “Reality”. When the trend of the “Great Resignation” was acknowledged a year ago, many of our clients saw this as a reaction to the pandemic, a fad that would fade away within a few months. Now, a year later, we have to come to… Read more »
We Are All Tired Of This Pandemic
We are all tired of this pandemic. Many of our clients are dealing with some degree of PTSD or depression, and some are just done. Lately, I am even exposed to such “radical” thinking as “let us all as a family or company get COVID-19 and be done with it”. When our Minister of Health… Read more »
An Idea for 2021
The idea is simple… Get a jar. You might want to decorate it – here is a project for ‘21! At the end of each week, write down one good memory of the week on a piece of paper and put it in the jar. Thank you for this idea, Thorsten! Considering that 2020 is… Read more »
Thursday Thoughts: When a Woman Leader Realizes Her Worth
When a woman leader realizes her worth, she becomes an unstoppable force. Unapologetic, unafraid, confident and optimistic – her presence commands pause, and her thinking shifts perspectives and direction. What can you do to realize your worth? Think about these 3 things: Know who you want to be and who you want to become. Be… Read more »
Thursday Thoughts: Life Reno
I love this quote: “Instead of wondering when your next vacation is, maybe you should set up a life you don’t need to escape from.” Seth Godin Today, going on fabulous world trips is not in the cards and many people are doing home renovation projects. Gardens are more beautiful than ever, and outdoor heaters… Read more »
Thursday Thoughts: Compassionate Leadership
In addition to our regular blog posts, we are starting to share with you our “Thursday Thoughts”. Periodically, on a Thursday, we will post a short piece on a topic that has been on our mind. As always, we are keen to discuss. Thursday Thoughts: Compassionate Leadership A compassionate leader is able to balance the… Read more »
A World Full of Paradoxes
Feeling overwhelmed and confused? You are not alone. LEGO has identified 11 paradoxes to remind managers and leaders of the tensions they need to balance at all times. Here are some of their realities: To be able to establish close relationships with your employees – and to keep the proper distance To take the lead… Read more »