Jen Frank

It’s the most wonderful time of the year: full of get-togethers with beloved family and friends, great food, holiday music, and twinkly lights. And too many commitments, end-of-year work deadlines, …

Every November I write about gratitude, because the benefits of gratitude are huge. Gratitude grounds us in the present (where life happens), gives us something positive to focus on, and …

Last month’s blog noted that, when it comes to feedback, clear is kind. That blog assumed we were giving feedback to someone who reports to us, and that we’re the …

When I present on the leadership skill of feedback, I ask the managers, “who likes to receive feedback?” Almost all the hands go up. (No surprise; high performers want feedback …

Last month’s blog was a request to ask folks to please stop saying they are a “people pleaser.” This month, it is a request to please stop saying you’re “helping.” …

Over the years, a lot of my clients have told me that they are “people pleasers.” They say it sort of sheepishly, but I think there is often a little …

I recently had a client tell me a story about the wisest advice she ever received. This client had a colleague who had proven themselves untrustworthy in the past. She …

A friend told me recently that he didn’t feel “inspiring.” I’ve heard from some of my clients this past week that they don’t feel inspired, motivated or driven right now. …

A friend recently shared this with me: “I just did a weekend of yoga teacher training and more than once the instructors said where attention goes, energy flows. It’s easy …

This sweet boy got his angel wings on Sunday after a tough three weeks. Nacho touched the lives of everyone he met, making friends easily and enthusiastically. I only knew …