Colette Ellis · Leadership Development Expert

Do you know what it means to have 20/10 vision? To be able to see things clearly at 20-feet, that other people can only see while standing 10-feet away — literally having a bird’s eye view of your world.

What would it mean for you to have 20/10 vision in your life? Can you think of how much more you could accomplish with this level of attention and motivation in 2011?

Focusing on your vision will help increase your confidence, so you’ll be able to meet your current challenges; plus you’ll learn to anticipate and sidestep new roadblocks that might pop up throughout the year. One way…

Can meditation change your brain? That’s a question that neuroscientists have been seeking to answer for decades – and there appears to be some evidence that it can, in a positive way. In today’s New Normal, the pressure to perform can be overwhelming. The good news is that you CAN find tools to relax and release your tension and anxiety. Meditation is one of those stress-releasing tools. And one, I’d suggest, that could become your “secret weapon” to overcome personal or professional hurdles and challenges you may be facing.

This summer, I completed a 21-Day Meditation “Challenge” le…

What do you think — is it OK to “go off” at work in response to negative comments or insults from clients, colleagues or managers?

JetBlue flight attendant Steven Slater has received lots of media attention and thousands of “likes” on Facebook following his dramatic plane exit via an emergency exit chute last week at JFK airport. His escape allegedly was preceded by an expletive-laden tirade on the plane’s PA system. As a result, Steven is being labeled a “working-class hero” by some.

As a certified stress management coach, I’ll admit that I’m a bit concerned by t…

It’s been said that self-esteem is the reputation you have with yourself. Maintaining your self-esteem during a job search can help to reduce the impact of the stress — or at least how you PERCEIVE and EXPERIENCE your situation. It would be nearly impossible for you to be unaware of recent economic events or employment challenges in today’s “New Normal.” Yet, I’m concerned that the heightened media coverage (and your 24-7 access to information) might cause you to become over-anxious and overlook potential opportunities.

It’s great when the images and messages you receive about your abili…

How will you keep your team members motivated and engaged — especially in a tight economy? If you’re leading a team or managing a department, this question is always important to consider. But, it may be even more critical in today’s workplace.

According to a recent study by The Conference Board, U.S. job satisfaction is apparently at its lowest point in two decades. And, this employee dissatisfaction appears to go beyond the survivor guilt often felt by employees who watch their friends and colleagues lose their jobs. It covers many categories including: interest in work, job d…

it doesn’t matter if you’re a job seeker, career changer, career builder or aspiring entrepreneur — it’s important that you figure out your 2010 Social Media Strategy. So, if you’ve chosen Twitter as one of the social networking tools in your toolbox, read on for Three Tips to Create Your 140-Character Pitch.

Three (3) Tips to Create Your 140-Character Pitch for the Twitterverse.

1. Determine your…

What are YOU doing to promote your personal or professional brand – in 140 characters or less? I’m sure you’ve gotten quite prolific at texting or tweeting your latest commuting adventure, weekend escapade, famous person sighting, etc. in 140 characters or less.

But, can you use Twitter and/or other micro blogging sites to create a buzz about what you’re REALLY doing — or perhaps seeking — in your life?

The idea for this post hit me this morning around 7:15 AM [long story]; so I decided to Google careers in 140 characters. And, I discovered some interesting things. I came across a t…