Why most coaching doesn’t work and what to do about it.
Why most coaching doesn’t work and what to do about it.
Why we resist change even when they say they want it
The paradox and oxymoron of being human
Our own stories of resistance and growth
What real coaching looks like when it works…
What’s in a name?
We are called and.
Its a simple reason why..
Its a great coaching question and creates intentional pause.
Its always with not more, a necessity in todays day of more more more.
It says what we do, we help you add and.
We wanted a word that connected you to your leadership dna .
No one size fits all and is all encompassing.
Your name, your story, your power.
A name is never just a name. It’s a decision, a definition, a mark.
It’s given to us before we even understand who we are. Our parents choose it, maybe because it carries meaning, maybe because it sounds right, maybe because it belongs to someone they once knew. And from the moment it is spoken, it becomes something more.
A name shapes how the world sees us. It’s how we introduce ourselves, how we sign our stories, how people call us when they need us. A name can make you feel seen, or it can make you shrink.
Think about it. Have you ever met someone with the same name as an old bully from school, and suddenly, you feel something? A name carries memory. It carries weight.
Maybe you’ve changed your name, reshaped it, shortened it, or reclaimed it. Because names have power, and sometimes, the one we were given does not fit who we are becoming.
And it’s not just personal.
In business, a name can be the difference between being remembered and being forgotten. It can make people stop and ask questions or pas
Coffee coaching?!
A fresh brew on coaching styles
What is coaching, really?
Let’s cut through the noise, coaching isn’t about micromanaging, fixing, or stretching someone to their limits like a piece of overworked dough. Coaching is about guidance and support, not force or performance pressure. It’s a process of unlocking potential, not cramming in more knowledge. Coaching is the gentle nudge, the structured conversation, the safe space where growth happens
Notice What You’re Not Noticing
Stuck, solved, simplified, and thriving: The everyday and extraordinary
We’re often stuck because we’re blind to the things we don’t notice. Call it a blind spot, a paradox, or the power of selective attention. It’s not failure. It’s just life.
But here’s the thing, noticing what you’re not noticing isn’t magic, it’s clarity, focus, and curiosity. It’s the beginning of solving what’s holding you back.
At and., we don’t fix problems.
Fixing is temporary.
Solving? That’s the real work.
Escape the survival trap
Seasonal Leadership: Escape the Survival Trap and Evolve Through Every Cycle
Seasonal leadership isn’t a whim or a feel-good exercise you pick up when the mood strikes. It’s not flippant, fleeting, or something to “try” on a quiet day. It’s a real, deliberate way of doing life and business, rooted in clarity and sustained action.
At and., we believe leadership should evolve, not react. Seasonal leadership challenges you to align your decisions and actions with the natural cycles of preparation, growth, and renewal. It’s about leading with intention, cutting through the noise of endless hustle, and creating lasting impact.
The question is: Are you ready to move from reactive survival to proactive evolution?
Being you- why is it so hard?
What does it really mean to "be you"?
We hear it all the time: "Be authentic[1]." But let’s get real—being authentic in leadership, communication, or even day-to-day life isn't always easy.
The pressure to fit in, conform, or even overperform can strip us of what makes us powerful: ourselves.
At our most recent and.story presenting workshop, this was the heart of the conversation.
We weren’t there to learn “techniques” in isolation; we were there to uncover what happens when you stop trying to fit into someone else’s mould and instead use your unique edge to influence, inspire, and lead.
"Just be yourself."
It’s advice we’ve all heard, but let’s face it—it’s not always helpful. In a world that expects us to meet countless expectations, how do we balance being ourselves with being effective, professional, or impactful?
Authenticity Isn't What You Think
Authenticity Isn't What You Think
Time to Get Real
And honestly? I found it really hard. The more I heard "be authentic," the more I felt it was just a load of guff
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