Dr. Earl R. Smith II
DrSmith@Dr-Smith.com
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I was recently watching one of those Sunday Morning programs. You know, the kind that always has a soft-squishy piece as part of its presentation. This time that piece was focused on people and their pets. The ‘reporter’ interviewed a series of people whose lives seemed to be focused on non-human companions. One after another they talked about their pets as if they were people. Continue reading “Less Substantial Friendships” »
It doesn’t matter what business you are in; business development is one of the toughest challenges you have to meet. Your company’s future depends on your team’s ability to capture an expanding base of clients. Growth is achieved by driving into new markets – expanding business with existing clients – and avoiding serious mistakes that will harm your company’s reputation and future. Continue reading “The CEO’s Handbook Series – Volume Two: Business Development” »
The intent of this series is to give you the beginnings of insights – set you on the path that will result in your growth and mastery – open up the potential that has always resided within you. Be true to that project and our partnership will yield benefits far beyond your expectations. Available in eBook formats. CLICK HERE Continue reading “The CEO’s Handbook Series – Volume One: Notes for a Thinking Chief Executive” »
Dr. Earl R. Smith II
Managing Partner, The Federal Circle
DrSmith@Dr-Smith.com
Dr-Smith.com
Sometimes breakthroughs come in pairs. By that I mean that two of my clients seem to reach similar realizations at almost the same time. I always wonder when this happens. Specially when the coaching engagements are ostensibly focused in significantly different areas. This happened recently. Continue reading “Coaching Breakthrough – Realizing” »
Dr. Earl R. Smith II
Managing Partner, The Federal Circle
DrSmith@Dr-Smith.com
Dr-Smith.com
You think you see. But do you really? Look again.
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That was how one of my early mentors once challenged me. I was dealing with what I thought was the problem before me. It was frustrating because I couldn’t seem to make any progress. So I wandered into his backyard and plopped down on one of his beach chairs. One look at me and he headed inside to return with a couple of cold beers. “What’s biting your insteps, grasshopper,” he asked. Continue reading “Coaching Breakthrough – Seeing What Was There All Along” »
Dr. Earl R. Smith II
Managing Partner, The Federal Circle
DrSmith@Dr-Smith.com
Dr-Smith.com
One of the most difficult challenges in any coaching engagement is helping a client come to terms with the implications of behaviors that are blindly habitual or unconsidered. It doesn’t have to be a big issue. Sometimes it is a small thing that is done without thinking. At other times there is an anger or resentment driving the behavior. But the net effect is the same. Self-sabotaging of possibilities. Continue reading “Coaching Breakthrough – Coming to Terms” »
I am pleased to announce that The CEO’s Handbook Series is Available As Kindle Books on Amazon. Here are the links: Continue reading “The CEO’s Handbook Series is Available As Kindle Books on Amazon” »
Dr. Earl R. Smith II
Managing Partner, The Federal Circle
DrSmith@Dr-Smith.com
Dr-Smith.com
In this series I have been writing about some of the major breakthroughs that my coaching clients have managed. While it is true that most of my coaching work involves slow and steady efforts towards major successes, it’s those successes that make the efforts truly worthwhile. The truth is that you cannot have one without the other. No matter what somebody tries to tell you, there are no shortcuts to epiphanies – no magic bullet that will solve all your problems. There is no such thing as a panacea. The sooner you accept that, the sooner you can start on a meaningful journey that will substantially change your life. Continue reading “Coaching Breakthrough – First Steps” »
Dr. Earl R. Smith II
Managing Partner, The Federal Circle
DrSmith@Dr-Smith.com
Dr-Smith.com
How often have you suddenly realized that what others clearly saw missed? It happens to all of us and is particularly unsettling when it is something of importance. I encounter this kind of situation regularly in my coaching engagements. They present a particular challenge that most coaches miss and mess up. Here is one example of what I mean. Continue reading “Coaching Breakthrough – Seeing What Was Not Seen” »
I am pleased to announce that The CEO’s Handbook Series is Available As Kindle Books on Amazon. Here are the links:
The first six books are available in all e-Formats. You can click on the hyperlinks and read samples. Please make sure to send me your comments and suggestions. I am always working to improve the writing. I would appreciate your forwarding the list with any endorsement that you feel inclined to add.
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