Articles by VIP Coaching

What Calls You?- We all know people who have known from birth almost that they had a calling - to be a dancer or parent or salesperson. A calling that had a life of its own, a force that was so strong they couldn't resist it.

Buddha In Your Back Pocket- We all get annoyed at ourselves from time to time; it is only natural. But for some of us, it can become an unrelenting bother. There can be no contentment when the Shrew is on the scene!

Sign Your Own Permission Slip- Growing up, permission slips were a big part of school life - essential to participating in special projects, field trips, or class trips out of state. For me to take part in any adventure outside of the classroom, my mother or father had to sign the slip. Now, as an adult, I can sign my own permission slip. In fact, I don't even need one! Yet I realize how often I don't give myself permission to be who I want to be or do what I want to do.

Sitting In A Secret Field- Often in our lives, we lose sight of what makes our lives joyful. Our perspective gets weighed down by stress and pressure.

The Power of Presence- You know you are present when you feel at ease with yourself. There's no underlying tension, your mind isn't chattering on in judgment of you or someone else. You are also present when you ALLOW a moment to be as it is.

Ode to A Spoon- I know, you're thinking, "she's really gone off the deep end this time." But honestly, this perspective encourages you to notice the beauty surrounding you and the conveniences you enjoy and be grateful for them. This in turn brings positive feelings into your life, what I call Material Contentment.

Take a Stand for Yourself- Maintaining balance in your life is a common concern these days, usually posed as an issue of work/life balance. People who seek work/life balance often want to work less and have more time and energy for family or for other interests.

What Do You Have to Give?- Every year millions of us set New Year's resolutions to lose weight, exercise more, manage our money more closely, eat more nutritious foods etc. etc. In this article, I offer you a fresh perspective on the idea of resolutions.

My Inner What? - Part Two- Any thought or belief that stops you from entertaining possibilities or multiple perspectives is limiting. These limitations pose internal barriers to allowing your vision to emerge. At one time or another, we all make up rules about what we are allowed to have or desire.

Seven Steps to Finding A Job You Love- Today is a great day to begin the journey toward finding a job you will love. Since you are attempting to create a brand new future for yourself, I suggest you give this process some time.

My Inner What?- One of the keys to selecting and implementing a vision - knowing what's right for you - is listening closely to your inner voice. Your inner voice is another name for your unique, internal wisdom - the part of yourself that knows what is true and best for you. Although we are each born with this wisdom intact, it often gets swallowed in a sea of external voices, opinions and judgments.

What Are Your Priorities?- Take a moment now to evaluate your quality of life. Do you know what you want from this life before your time is over?

You Are Never Trapped!- Sometimes we feel we are trapped by circumstances or by the previous choices that we have made that have led us to where we are now. I am here to tell you that you are never really trapped.

Love What You Do!- Everyone deserves work-life satisfaction. Afterall, our work takes up at least one half of our waking hours in life.

Stay Connected to WHY You Are Doing Things- When is the last time you asked yourself 'why am I doing this?' And I don't mean when the answer is 'for a paycheck'!

Here Are Some Other Useful Articles on Career Change & Work-Life Balance. Enjoy!

Career 360: And Now For Something Completely Different By Kirk Brown
Read an interview with Deirdre on mid-career professionals look for change when their current jobs are no longer challenging or rewarding.

What Should I Do With My Life?   By Po Bronson
It's time to define the new era. Our faith has been shaken. We've lost confidence in our leaders and in our institutions. Our beliefs have been tested.

Microsoft Alums Offer Advice on Following Your Passions   By Joann S. Lublin
JOHN CHEN has bungee-jumped from 120-foot-high bridges, walked over 40 feet of red-hot coals and parachuted from a plane. What was his scariest feat? "Trying to figure out how to leave Microsoft," he says.