4 Tips To Creating More Harmony In Your Personal And Professional Life
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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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Michelle Carlen
Jul 20, 20211 min read
Transforming Workplace Communications
Having difficult conversations is necessary in the workplace and now is a perfect time to focus on how to navigate critical issues as a...
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Michelle Carlen
Jun 22, 20212 min read
Understanding Your Networks And Tips For Networking Well
Have you been networking often, but feel that you are not getting results you want? Or have you hesitated to join a networking group...
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Michelle Carlen
Jun 22, 20211 min read
Strengthen Your Resume & Interview Skills With These Tips
With so many professionals still seeking new employment, we’re sharing these three tips to improve your resume and interview skill set. ...
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Michelle Carlen
May 20, 20213 min read
Is Your Business Or Professional Life Out Of Alignment?
Imagine that uncomfortable, immobile feeling you get when your back or neck is out and you’re having pain simply moving through your day....
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Michelle Carlen
Nov 17, 20202 min read
Managing Overwhelm
Are you feeling fatigued and overwhelmed? For many of us, this year has been a series of tidal waves, we just cannot seem to catch a...
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Michelle Carlen
Oct 11, 20202 min read
A Key Ingredient for Success
Whether in a business environment or in our personal lives, the challenges we face are undoubtedly casting heavy weights on our...
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