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Self-Leadership: The Key to Unlock Your Full Potential
What promises have you made as we start this new year? How many of those will be broken before the year is over? I am not here to judge...

A D Ackerman
Jan 24, 20244 min read
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What else I know about you--confusion, fear, frustration, and failure
This post discusses the emotions of confusion, fear, frustration and failure that sometimes hide your best attributes.

A D Ackerman
Oct 10, 20235 min read
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The Blog Post That Almost Wasn't
The author uses an example from her own life to demonstrate how Axiogenics helps her overcome procrastination

A D Ackerman
Jul 28, 20238 min read
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Self-Leadership: What Is It, Do You Really Need It, and How Do You Develop It?
Introduction Self-leadership is a crucial aspect of professional growth and career advancement. It means taking responsibility for your...

A D Ackerman
Jun 24, 20234 min read
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Does Professionalism Matter in Executive, Leadership, and Life Coaching?
Professionalism in Executive Coaching Not one of my clients has ever asked me whether I am qualified to be their coach. I find that...

A D Ackerman
May 23, 20236 min read
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Clarity vs. Focus
Lots of folks talk about clarity. But what exactly does clarity mean, especially when we are talking about your life, your work, and your...

A D Ackerman
Apr 11, 20234 min read
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What's Your Excuse (for Not Preserving Time for Creativity)?
I have been trying to find a GOOD one—a good excuse, that is, for why I have not pushed Publish for any post on my blog in almost an...

A D Ackerman
Jan 18, 20236 min read
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Crossword Puzzles, Biases, and Snow
I started writing this post on a Sunday morning while looking out at the softly falling snow and contemplating cognitive (thinking)...

A D Ackerman
Feb 15, 20225 min read
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The Power, the Magic of "NO"
During a recent conversation with some coach colleagues, we discussed times in our lives when saying "NO" to an opportunity or...

A D Ackerman
Nov 23, 20215 min read
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Your Reputation is Showing
You can develop your reputation intentionally or allow it to evolve in ways you may not like.

A D Ackerman
Sep 6, 20216 min read
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We Will Heal Our Healthcare System from the Inside Out
That is my aspirational goal. Yes, as outrageous as it may seem, that is my goal. How, you may ask, am I planning to accomplish this...

A D Ackerman
Jul 19, 20215 min read
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What my kidney stone taught me about acceptance and resistance
I woke up suddenly, gasping in pain. It was as if my body had been invaded by an alien spirit who was intent on creating the worst pain...

A D Ackerman
Jun 9, 20216 min read
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Belonging
How do we learn about belonging? We know that no two of us are exactly alike, yet we look for "alike-ness" everywhere. We have a tendency...

A D Ackerman
Apr 26, 20217 min read
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What are you focusing on?
If you have been reading this blog for any length of time, you are aware that I feel that I have a special affinity to birds, both wild...

A D Ackerman
Apr 5, 20217 min read
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Yes, Indeed, You Are Stuck
When you feel stuck, you see limited options. Getting unstuck requires asking yourself questions that can help you gain clarity.

A D Ackerman
Mar 20, 20215 min read
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Photography, Focus, and Mindset
Look at the three photos above. What do you see? Which do you like best, least, and why? Can you tell that they were all taken within 10...

A D Ackerman
Feb 18, 20215 min read
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The Secret to Value Creation
Do you know how to create value? Or are you thinking: "I don't make things, so I can't create objects of value"? Or maybe you work in a...

A D Ackerman
Feb 2, 20215 min read
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What the Vultures Say
Many people believe that vultures are an ominous sign. But I seem to have a special relationship with them. They are a symbol of new...

A D Ackerman
Jan 18, 20214 min read
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