Category Archives: Focus-Building Tips
The Power of Patience
You know the saying: “Patience is a virtue.” But in this on-demand world, is being patient still a necessity, or an outdated idea? I believe patience is essential to daily life, and the key to a better one. Let’s explore … Continue reading
Be Intentional
What does it mean to live your life with intention? And how can you be more intentional every day? Let’s explore how to be intentional in your thoughts, beliefs, and actions — to live purposefully and powerfully. Warmly, Melanie Ott Inspirational Thoughts … Continue reading
Building Balance
A well-balanced life can feel elusive and yet it’s a worthwhile pursuit because when achieved, balance produces optimal performance and well-being. This month we’re talking about building balance – and the success and satisfaction it can bring to every aspect … Continue reading
Cultivate Contentment
Have you ever been excited about an achievement only to feel your joy evaporate in the wake of someone else’s success or one-upmanship? This month we’re examining comparison and contentment — and cultivating joy and gratitude in all aspects of … Continue reading
How to Be Interesting
This edition’s topic is How to Be Interesting. Interesting people light up a room, draw a crowd, and are sought after for relationships by friends and co-workers. Fortunately, being interesting is a characteristic that can be enhanced and developed in … Continue reading
Grit: Passion, Perseverance, and Patience
This edition’s topic is Grit: Passion, Perseverance, and Patience. The concept of grit is that if you stick with something long enough, your passion and determination will pay off; it is only when you give up that you fail to … Continue reading
Cultivate Lifelong Learning
September 2011 Lifelong Learning: Cultivating a Spirit of Curiosity and Intention Greetings! Welcome to the Leap Forward Coaching e-newsletter. Our topic for this edition is Lifelong Learning: cultivating a spirit of curiosity and intention for personal growth, to achieve your most … Continue reading
Purpose, Passion and Potential
Spring 2011 Purpose, Passion and Potential: clarifying your life purpose, springing into action on your most important goals and dreams, to achieve well-being and your most inspired life. What gets you out of bed in the morning? Who are you? … Continue reading
Focus: Using Technology Wisely
Fall 2009 Focus: using technology resources wisely, filtering information, and cultivating attention. Is modern technology and its increasing demands to filter information and cultivate attention driving you to distraction? Texting, email, Facebook, and Twitter can be helpful in connecting with … Continue reading