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Fun: The Dirty Three-Letter Word

Fun: The Dirty Three-Letter Word

by Denise Riebman “I know this sounds childish, but I want a job that is fun.” My client was embarrassed to utter this “dirty” word during our career coaching session. Hearing the discomfort in his...

Seizing Mentoring Moments

Seizing Mentoring Moments

by Phoebe Atkinson “At its best, mentoring can be a life-altering relationship that inspires mutual growth, learning, and development. Its effects can be remarkable, profound, and enduring;...

Authentic Strengths in Action

Authentic Strengths in Action

by Fatima Doman I recently gave a presentation to one of the largest law-enforcement departments in the United States. I had been warned not to expect much interaction or buy-in from the captains...

Four Reasons Why Love Is So Good for You

Four Reasons Why Love Is So Good for You

by Daphne Eviatar A few years ago, I participated in a leadership training and, at one point, everyone had to go around the circle and declare their “purpose.” This was the sort of exercise I...

Using the Mindful Pause to Help Others

Using the Mindful Pause to Help Others

by Ryan M. Niemiec, PsyD Helping professionals—such as coaches, counselors, educators, or managers—are always on the lookout for new tools to help others overcome challenges, find peace, and be at...

Building a Community of Strengths Accomplices

Building a Community of Strengths Accomplices

by Denise Riebman “She needs to stop raising her hand so much!” An elementary school teacher informed my friend’s dad that she should stop showing everyone that she knew all the answers. He was...

CiPP Tours: Sculpting Your Strengths Superhero

CiPP Tours: Sculpting Your Strengths Superhero

by Nicole Stottlemyer At our last CiPP Tour meetup, in New York City, our theme was “Using strengths to make bigger ripples.” Twenty of us from every cohort of CiPP thus far (including Australia!)...