Here's to a Happy New You! Happy New You!  This year will come to an end in just five days. I hope you are looking ahead to 2023 with hope and enthusiasm. Even if you're completing a challenging year, it’s natural to entertain the possibility of something better. And it’s common to start the year with several lofty resolutions. After all, it’s exciting to contemplate a life with more money, greater love, and fewer pounds. An exotic vacation sounds nice, too! Right?  Sadly, few resolutions are ever realized. Health clubs are packed with new members ...

Self-Reflection Produces Growth “People who have had little self-reflection live life in a huge reality blind spot.” – Bryant McGill Self-reflection seems to be a dying art. Some think they don’t have time for reflection or that reflecting is a waste of time.  Others are afraid to take a long, hard look at themselves.  That is a mistake because there is so much to gain by examining yourself and your past. Although thinking about the past means looking back, it is beneficial for your path forward. Reflection produces growth that makes each forward step more ...

Big News! In a press release this morning, we announced that Ascentim is named to Inc.’s 2022 Best in Business List in the Coaching/Career Development category!! Inc.’s 3rd annual Best in Business list recognizes private companies putting purpose ahead of profit. The list includes the most dynamic companies of all sizes and industries that have had an outstanding influence on their communities, their industries, the environment, or society as a whole. Visit Inc. Magazine to see the full list.  “Inc. magazine is dedicated to showcasing America’s most dynamic businesses and the great things they do. The ...

Take Time to Reflect and Celebrate Reflect & Celebrate The theme of November was Gratitude, in particular, taking time to be grateful every day for great and small things. This month we're pivoting to reflecting on the year and celebrating accomplishments.  As 2022 winds down, consider what you learned, how you've grown, and all you achieved. Even though things may not have gone according to plan, I am sure some things exceeded expectations.  A series of research studies concluded that reflection improves performance. Francesca Gino of Harvard Business School said, "Now more than ever we ...