Incorporate Being Wrong

"I'm not always right. Well, yes, I think I am. If I thought I was wrong I'd change to something else, and then I'd be right again." Our natural tendency to get stuck on our own perspective prevents us from innovative negotiations, powerful connections, and creative solutions.

By | October 9th, 2022|blog, Career, Corporate|

Other People’s Shoes

Author: Brooke Terrell, Certified Executive Coach, 45 Degrees Coaching What do you gain when you step into another person’s shoes? More empathy? Yes.Less bias? Yes.Stronger relationships? Yes.Knowing what someone else wants? NO! So, how do you learn what it’s like to be in someone else’s shoes? The Harvard Business Review highlighted 25 studies on perspective [...]

By | August 25th, 2022|blog, Career, Family, Personal|

6 Life Coaching Habits that Lead to a Better Place

Right now, as 2014 is just beginning, most of us are optimistic and excited to see what this next phase of life is going to hold. Don't leave your future to chance. Naperville Life Coach Diane Overgard shares six habits that will make a positive difference in your attitude, actions, and results.

By | January 11th, 2017|blog, Career, Personal|

Align Your Trajectory, Sir!

How can golfing wisdom apply to business and personal life?

By | June 28th, 2016|Career|

Who is Your Teacher Today?

I believe that every person we meet is a teacher, if we are willing to learn the lessons. You are your own best teacher when you get serious about discovering clarity, focus, and self-awareness. A Life Coach provides tools and space for you to hear the answers – both professionally and personally.

By | August 24th, 2015|blog, Career, Personal|

Don’t Eat the Crust

We believe we should do it all, be it all, or have it all – and we waste precious time on the "crusts" of our days which could be better invested in parts that are our draw, our sweet spot.

By | July 20th, 2015|blog, Career, Family|

Stop the Dripping

Stop the drips of multi-tasking, overwhelming obligations, and energy-draining tasks that aren’t contributing toward the productive and satisfying business life and personal life you want to live.

By | June 15th, 2015|blog, Career|

Canoes and Your Best Work

Outstanding work happens when we are living in congruence with our values. As an executive life coach my best work is to bring creative visioning with wise application to my clients. Coaching provides innovative questions and strategies that help clients think outside-the-box and see their own life and business situations clearly.

By | May 11th, 2015|blog, Career|

2013 Best of Naperville Award for Life Coaching

The Naperville life coach company was recognized for its proven ability to use its programs to generate long-term value for community members. Leading premier personalized life coaching and life coach workshops in Naperville, Overgard guides individuals, business owners and corporations on ways to turn actions into sustainable habits.

By | May 16th, 2014|blog, Career, Personal|

Something’s Got to Change

Tolerating frustration doesn't work. Accepting sadness is a waste of valuable time. Spinning in confusion gives us headaches. Try a coaching exercise to...

By | April 3rd, 2013|blog, Career, Personal|