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Personal Development Resources

Everyone has the capacity for personal development but not everyone takes advantage of the opportunity.  We are all a work in progress and the work is never done.  There are always ways to improve and get better at how you approach your life and work.

Gratitude: The Core of Thanksgiving and Leadership

Thanksgiving is more than a holiday—it’s a celebration of gratitude, a virtue that has the power to transform our leadership, relationships, and communities. At its heart, Thanksgiving reminds us of a simple yet profound truth: none of us achieve success alone. For leaders, this is a critical realization. True leadership is built on recognizing and

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Finding Resilience and Solace After an Election Loss

The journey of an election often feels like an emotional marathon. We rally around causes, invest hope in candidates, and cast our votes with anticipation. When the results don’t match our vision, the disappointment can resonate deeply. This time, I found myself on the losing side. Navigating these feelings, honoring them, and finding peace with

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Gratitude: A Foundation for Growth and Connection

Gratitude is one of the most powerful and transformative emotions we can cultivate. It is more than a fleeting “thank you” or a moment of appreciation. True gratitude rewires our mindset, changing how we interact with the world around us and deepening our connection with others. When we practice gratitude, we move beyond scarcity thinking

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    Recommended Reading

  • The Rules of Thinking

    Richard Templar

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    A personal code to think yourself smarter, wiser, and happier We all envy the natural thinkers of this world. They have the best ideas, make the smartest decisions, are open-minded, and are never indecisive. Is there something they know that the rest of us don’t? Is it something we can all learn? The answer is […]

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  • Life Design Workbook

    Peggy and James Vaughan

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      The Life Design Workbook is a comprehensive guide that empowers you to take control of your life by making intentional choices that reflect your true values and aspirations. Written by Peggy Vaughan and James Vaughan, Ph.D., this workbook serves as a transformative tool for self-discovery, personal growth, and purposeful living. Through a structured approach, the […]

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  • Reflections on the Art of Living: A Joseph Campbell Companion

    Joseph Campbell - Selected and Edited by Diane K. Osbon

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    Please click on this link for the Reflections on the Art of Living – A Joseph Campbell Companion Book Summary   “Reflections on the Art of Living” offers a transformative perspective on the human experience. Campbell’s unique blend of scholarly knowledge and practical wisdom provides a framework for understanding personal experiences and finding meaning in […]

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    Favorite Articles

  • A Self-Care Checklist for Leaders

    Research has long shown the importance of self-care — yet many leaders still struggle to put self-care into practice in their own work lives. Before a leader can sustainably practice self-care, several important mindset shifts are necessary to ensure leaders set themselves up for success. This five-part checklist can help leaders make self-care a reality, […]

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  • Why You Feel Underappreciated at Work

    Despite working hard and meeting our goals, sometimes it’s not clear why we aren’t getting ahead at work. In the absence of strong feedback, we may begin to feel underappreciated or undervalued. While leaders and managers can help boost employee morale by bridging communication gaps around performance, it can be frustrating to wait for that […]

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  • The ‘inside out’ leadership journey: How personal growth creates the path to success

    In a new book, four McKinsey senior partners show why leaders must connect with themselves first before they can inspire and empower their organizations.

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    Helpful Websites

  • Resume Templates

    Easily create a standout resume with our customizable resume templates. Designed for various careers and optimized for ATS, each resume template highlights your strengths to attract the right opportunities. Start building yours today and unlock your next career move.

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  • 123test

    Since 2003, 123test has been developing and automating psychometric tests for all kinds of purposes. From fast informative tests to very extensive and elaborate. Primarily for individuals but also used by career counselors, teachers, psychologists, and coaches all over the world. Psychological tests for every career question and personal development. From career choice to IQ, […]

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  • TalentSmart EQ Appraisal

    TalentSmart’s EQ Appraisal measures emotional intelligence and provides feedback for leaders to improve their personal and social competence. It is a highly practical tool for leadership development and team dynamics, as emotional intelligence is key to managing relationships effectively. “Business is fundamentally about people working together effectively to get the most important work done, and […]

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    Reading Excerpts

  • High Performance: Lessons From The Best on Becoming Your Best

    Please click on this link for  the High Performance – Lessons From The Best on Becoming Your Best Book Summary   SECTION 1 – HIGH-PERFORMANCE MINDSET  Lesson 1: Take Responsibility He (Albert Badura) speculated that when people don’t believe they have what it takes to complete a task successfully, they would see little point in […]

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  • The Obstacle Is The Way

    Please click on this link for The Obstacle Is The Way Book Summary   INTRODUCTION: Every obstacle is unique to each of us. But the responses they elicit are the same: Fear. Frustration. Confusion. Helplessness. Depression. Anger. There have been countless lessons (and books) about achieving success, but no one ever taught us how to […]

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  • Myself and Other More Important Matters by Charles Handy

      Please click on this link for the Myself and Other More Important Matters Book Summary   Chapter One – Are You Sure? The two zones of work and friendship operate best when they don’t overlap because the perceptions of who we are do not become confused. The truth is that we all behave differently, […]

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