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Michelle Carlen
Dec 19, 20241 min read
4 Strategies To Reset This Holiday Season And Beyond
As the year comes to a close, it's important to take the time to reset and prepare for the new year ahead. In this latest blog post, we are
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Michelle Carlen
Oct 17, 20242 min read
4 Key Skills for Better Performance & Leadership
A recent 2024 report by Passive Secrets.com revealed that 90% of top performers at work have high emotional intelligence – or the...
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Michelle Carlen
Jul 31, 20242 min read
4 Reasons Why Hiring an Outside Facilitator For Your Off-Site Meeting Is Essential
In the dynamic business environment, off-site strategic meetings are critical for decision-making, collaboration, and strategy...
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Michelle Carlen
May 29, 20242 min read
Top 3 Reasons You Should Be Developing a Succession Plan as An Organizational Leader
According to a report by Challenger, Gray & Christmas, more CEO’s left their jobs than any other prior year since the start of their...
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Michelle Carlen
Feb 7, 20242 min read
The Key To Organization Growth - Closing Skill Gaps
In the dynamic landscape of today's professional world, the rapid evolution of technology and business processes has given rise to skill...
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Michelle Carlen
Nov 2, 20232 min read
Strategies for Small Business - 8 Ways to Navigate Inflation
According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the inflation rate continues to hover around 6%. As the price for goods and...
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Michelle Carlen
Aug 16, 20231 min read
4 Tips To Creating More Harmony In Your Personal And Professional Life
According to a recent survey reported by USA Today, a staggering one in three Americans admits to feeling guilty about taking time for...
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Michelle Carlen
May 24, 20232 min read
Is Imposter Syndrome Getting The Best Of You?
Have you ever felt like a fraud in your own life, as if your accomplishments and successes were just a product of luck, rather than your...
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Michelle Carlen
Feb 14, 20232 min read
Staying On Track To Meet Your Goals
Have you ever felt that you’ve failed at reaching your New Year’s resolutions or annual goals just weeks into January? You’re not alone....
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Michelle Carlen
Dec 6, 20222 min read
Your Word Is Your Currency
When you give someone a “yes” or a verbal commitment, do you keep your word? Your word is hopefully true and honest. When you honor it,...
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Michelle Carlen
Aug 23, 20222 min read
3 Keys To Making Great Decisions
Sound decision-making is a critical tool of any organization and its leaders and is directly related to its overall success. Whether...
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Michelle Carlen
Jul 19, 20222 min read
Boost Productivity For A Happier You
I have yet to meet someone that has told me that they wished they weren’t so productive! In fact, most professionals wish to be more...
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Michelle Carlen
May 31, 20222 min read
4 Ways Self-Care Makes You A Better Leader
“The Western workplace culture — exported to many other parts of the world — is practically fueled by stress, sleep deprivation, and...
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Michelle Carlen
Apr 19, 20223 min read
4 Ways to Bring Back Excellent Customer Service
Do you want your business to see return customers, receive positive referrals, and glowing online reviews? Running a smooth business is...
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Michelle Carlen
Mar 22, 20223 min read
Surprising Reasons Leaders Don’t Delegate and How To Overcome It
Recently I attended a women’s entrepreneur and executive mastermind discussion on the topic of Delegation. Several leaders showed great...
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Michelle Carlen
Feb 10, 20222 min read
Active Listening Advances Your Leadership Skills - Are You a Good Listener?
According to a recent poll by Harvard Business Review, 91 percent of employees cited “communication issues” as a pain point with their...
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Michelle Carlen
Jan 12, 20222 min read
Simple Steps To Achieve Your New Year's Goals
It is the start of a new year and it’s when many people consider and make New Year’s resolutions or goals with every intention of...
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Michelle Carlen
Dec 20, 20214 min read
A Story of Christmas, A Broken Elbow and A Pandemic
This month I am celebrating the two-year anniversary of my company’s formation – Alignment Advising. What an adventure it has been from a...
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Michelle Carlen
Oct 21, 20212 min read
Gratitude - A Key To Excellent Business Relationships
Building strong relationships in the business environment are key to your success. How can you quickly strengthen those relationships?...
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Michelle Carlen
Aug 18, 20212 min read
One Simple Way To Address Three Employee Needs
One aspect I love about my business is the collaborative work I do with organization leaders and their teams to create a stronger...
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