It is the dawn of a new era! I don’t know about you, but fresh starts and new beginnings inspire me with excitement for the endless possibilities that lie ahead. As you embrace the new calendar year and its symbolism of renewal, realignment and transformation don’t forget to celebrate your learnings, growth, and wins. I […]
Erin Owen
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Stay Focused on your Why
Years ago, Simon Sinek and others wrote a series of books dedicated to helping leaders discover their purpose and make that the focal point for their work in the world. He called one’s purpose the “why” and defined it as “the compelling higher purpose that inspires us and acts as the source of all we […]
What Skills can Coaching Support to Ensure AI Enhances Our Humanity?
“Machines excel in processing data and making decisions based on predictive logic — so much so that they will likely eventually become more effective than their human counterparts at many of these analytical tasks. However, they fall short of grasping the intricacies of human emotions and social dynamics. “A.I. will become a complement to our human experience […]
Empower Others & Yourself Through Asking Questions
I recently taught a Foundations of Coaching class to a group of professionals in Philadelphia. The participants quickly realized how challenging it can be to ask questions instead of tell others what to do. Why is the coaching skill of asking questions relevant for the workplace? And how can asking questions support greater understanding and […]