by Jim Struck | Apr 17, 2017 | The Coach Is In Blog
I referenced my college roommate in my last column about WIGS. He passed away last Friday. This is dedicated to him, an avid reader of my work, and more importantly, my best friend from college. This piece is a tribute to all life-long friends. I met Gil in the fall...
by Jim Struck | Mar 20, 2017 | The Coach Is In Blog
The Coach is In… The Author’s Recipe “The unexamined life is not worth living.” Socrates You might think that, based on the title, that this blog is about becoming an author. In some ways it is, but it isn’t the type of author you think. Our ‘conversation’ today is...
by Jim Struck | Jan 16, 2017 | The Coach Is In Blog
The Coach is In… Presence “Practice sharing the fullness of your being, your best self, your enthusiasm, your vitality, your spirit, your trust, your openness, above all, your presence. Share it with yourself, with your family, with the world.” Jon Kabat-Zinn There...
by Jim Struck | Dec 19, 2016 | The Coach Is In Blog
Life is not linear; we understand that. Yet, armed with all kinds of knowledge that you would think would take us in a certain (read healthier/better) direction, we end up somewhere else. In my coaching profession, I have had a chance to observe that on numerous...
by Jim Struck | Nov 28, 2016 | Personal Development, The Coach Is In Blog
We have just enjoyed Thanksgiving and are fully in the holiday season. What is your heart full of this holiday season? Gratitude? Struggle? Somewhere in between? Our attitude informs a great deal about our quality of life. It has been my experience that a positive...
by Jim Struck | Oct 17, 2016 | The Coach Is In Blog
From time-to-time I am asked about how to build the capacity of leaders. When I consider the concept of building capacity, I think of it as any effort made to improve abilities, skills, and expertise. I think of it as it relates to individuals. If I want to help a...