Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Have you ever paused to truly see life as a gift? When you do, you realize that everything you have received is humbling, compelling you to acknowledge a power beyond yourself. This realization brings forth a sense of gratitude, where words flow like a bubbling stream.In contrast, feeling entitled with unreasonable expectations leads to stress and disappointment. At that point, life feels like something owed to you, not a gift. Are you struggling to see the beauty of life, to view it as a gift? Are you frustrated that life isn’t unfolding the way you…
Author: Denley McIntosh
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Leaders are under increasing pressure to create workplace environments where employees feel safe and valued. A toxic work environment can severely impact an employee’s mental and physical well-being, leading to decreased productivity and higher turnover rates. It makes employees feel like they are working and living in a swamp of negativity.Wouldn’t it be great as a manager or leader to know how to identify and prevent toxicity in your workplace? Join me in this episode as we explore the concept of a toxic work environment and unpack it in ways you may not have considered. We’ll also discuss how…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Leaders are under increasing pressure to create workplace environments where employees feel at home. In essence, this means fostering a sense of belonging. Belonging means a home away from home. This experience has become a key factor in whether employees choose to stay or leave, even if it means passing up higher pay or promotions.Wouldn’t it be great as a manager or leader to know how to create a home away from home for your employees and team members? Belonging knows no bounds and includes your place of work and gathering to build community. Join me in this episode…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify I’ve often heard that a company is not a family. While that may be true, it’s the people who make up a family. When you find your people at work and bond like a family, it makes work much more meaningful and transforms the workplace into a space where you can truly thrive.In today’s world, where opportunities for authentic connections are dwindling, the workplace might be one of the few places left where people can form these bonds out of necessity. But how do we transition from merely making a living to making a life at work, where connection…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify What are your memories of the Olympics? Which events do you look forward to the most? Is it gymnastics, swimming, track, or something else? Why do we enjoy the Games? Perhaps more importantly, what can we learn from the Olympics?In this episode, we explore the timeless lessons that the Olympic Games teach us. Although the Games come around only every four years, their principles can be applied daily, especially as situations arise. Join me as I share my insights and wisdom on the life lessons the Olympic Games demonstrate for us as we strive for gold in our lives.To…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Is the road to being more confident, more relatable and more influential to be more open—or even more exposed? Some say will say No but those who do will be missing the art of Vulnerability and the power it holds to change not only others but themselves and the relationships they hold on dearly. On this episode, we explore vulnerability and recognize what it is and why it’s important. Join me and my guest, Christy Pretzinger, as she shares insights on being vulnerable and the ways we can open up to ourselves and those whom we care for and…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Hey, TCC Family! I’ve hit a major milestone—my 50th! 🎉 Nope. It’s neither my birthday nor our anniversary, but my 50th episode of The Coach’s Corner. And you know what, this achievement feels just as special. Many dream of starting a podcast, but fear and time often conspire against those good intentions. Yet here we are, part of the special few who’ve kept going, building a community around The Coach’s Corner.To mark this occasion, I’m putting myself in the hot seat. My wife and partner, Tajé McIntosh, will be grilling me with questions. We’ll dive deeper into my story,…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Remember September 11, 2001, famously known as 911—the day when the world seemed to unravel, and the unthinkable became reality. The shockwaves from the attacks on the World Trade Center reverberated globally, leaving us questioning everything we once knew. Amidst the chaos, our leaders urged calm, but it was easier said than done. Beyond the headlines, each of us faces our own 9/11 moments—those times when our personal world crumbles. These crises may go unnoticed by others, but they shake us to our core. We search for a voice to reassure us, to guide us through the hysteria. Sometimes,…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Remember September 11, 2001, famously known as 911—the day when the world seemed to unravel, and the unthinkable became reality. The shockwaves from the attacks on the World Trade Center reverberated globally, leaving us questioning everything we once knew. Amidst the chaos, our leaders urged calm, but it was easier said than done. Beyond the headlines, each of us faces our own 9/11 moments—those times when our personal world crumbles. These crises may go unnoticed by others, but they shake us to our core. We search for a voice to reassure us, to guide us through the hysteria. Sometimes,…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Oprah Winfrey once said, “Hope is not a plan.” While this statement holds true, it’s essential to recognize that hope serves as our pulse—a sign that life still flows within us. When hope wanes, we risk becoming lifeless, mere shells of ourselves. The will to carry on diminishes, and we find ourselves adrift. Hope isn’t merely a nice-to-have; it’s vital for our well-being. It keeps us youthful, inspired, and resilient. Without hope, we lose the drive to be our best selves, and in extreme cases, even the will to live. So, how do we reclaim hope when it seems…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify What do you do when your life is falling apart? When the people you depend on seem to have walked out, leaving you alone? How do you pick up the broken pieces and start again? In a time of global change and disruptions, many lives have been unexpectedly shattered. How do you pivot and recreate your life? In this podcast, we’ll explore how to start over and recapture the best of the past to create a brighter future. Join me and my guest, Nasoan Sheftel-Gomes, as she shares insights on living the renaissance life. If your life has been…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In the ever-evolving landscape of education, a familiar concept is making a triumphant return: apprenticeship. Once relegated to the annals of history, this age-old practice is now gaining traction in schools and beyond. Why the resurgence? Because theory alone cannot forge true competence. To truly excel, students must not only study their craft but also immerse themselves in it. Whether molding clay, coaxing melodies from an instrument, or perfecting a soufflé, apprenticeship breathes life into learning. But here’s the twist: this advice isn’t just for students. Life itself is our big school, and we are all perpetual learners. Whether…