A client recently said to me, “I am not done yet!” This client is beginning to think about and plan for retirement. So, what she meant is, while she is looking forward to retirement, she feels that she still has things to do, she still has much to contribute, but she just could not see how or how to plan for a life that wasn’t dominated by her job. This is not unusual, especially for Baby Boomers. I hear this or something similar from many of my clients. While my clients a

Whether you’re managing a team or trying to create better relationships between your friends and family, there is bound to be conflict at some point. Learning how to use open communication techniques will allow you to resolve conflicts, find solutions and create a more harmonious environment. What does that mean - Open communication is exactly what it sounds like: engaging openly in conversation or tackling an issue head on and discussing ways to resolve it. Nothing is accom

Dealing with conflict is always challenging, and dealing with it graciously can be daunting. But learning this skill is really important. If you can master this it will impact all your relationships from friendships, romantic relationships, and your professional relationships. To deal with conflict gracefully, be willing to accept change. Follow these tips the next time you face conflict: Step out of your own shoes. Try to be objective. Analyze the situation so that you tru