Fresh off the celebration of my anniversary, I move into another month with a lot of personal significance because this year will mark our twin daughters turning 5 years old. They are my light in the world and a blessing… READ MORE
The Well Blog
As a premiere motivational speaker’s bureau, we believe that to live life well is a continuous journey, and that finding our own sense of wellbeing requires a commitment to do the work. Our articles and updates are intended to provide you with provocative ideas that will inspire you wherever you are on your journey. We hope you think of them as signposts – reminders to reflect on where you are in this moment.
The Power of Saying “No” for Your Mental Health
Is your work making you sick? Your days are so packed there’s no time to breathe? You want to succeed so badly you say “Yes” to every opportunity. Here’s the ironic part… the business you worked so hard to build… READ MORE
From Maria von Trapp to Vlad the Impaler (and Back Again): The Tale of a Mission-Driven Bull
Oh Behave! In last week’s Oh Behave! blog post, I wrote about three different ways of getting bullies into an organization. Hiring a Sociopath and Incentivizing Bad Behaviour were two of them. The third pathway was one I dubbed the… READ MORE
The Shocking Reality of Giving Financial Advice
The more that I work with people and their money, the more I am reminded of electricity. Money carries with it an incredible emotional charge, with the result that financial professionals must work daily with the emotional equivalent of live… READ MORE
What Is a Big Little Legend?
Have you ever considered that you or your organization could become legendary? Don’t think it’s possible? Irresistible Story-Teller and Brand Builder Gair Maxwell knows what it takes to become a legend and is sharing insight into how it can be achieved…… READ MORE
Three Ways to Create a Healthy Workplace Ecosystem
A number of years ago we were looking for a cottage. We met a great realtor who was excited to be able to help us find our first leisure property. Every time he’d get out of the car, he would… READ MORE
Focus on the Full Picture of Employee Wellbeing
When we talk about wellbeing in the work place, what comes to mind? Do you start to mull over the strength of your organization’s health benefit package, flexible schedules, and other such perks? Do you think about how you help… READ MORE
Stop Creating Bullies in Your Organization
Arlan speaker, Dr. Moira Somers brings an uncommon combination of expertise in neuroscience, financial psychology, mental health, and behaviour change to bear on a wide range of personal and professional challenges. In addition to a speaking schedule that covers North America,… READ MORE
An Open Letter to Your CEO
Does your workplace make you happy? Do you know what your business’ most valuable asset is? Human Capacity Expert and Author Matt Johnson does…and it’s time for leaders to take note. Are you doing enough to take care of your greatest… READ MORE
Are Crusty Old Guys Killing Your Company’s Wellbeing?
Adaptation, reinvention, transformation – all of these are so important in the workplace. Let Gair Maxwell tell you why… You are sitting in a boardroom. The meeting you’re attending feels like a private version of hell. Somewhere between Groundhog… READ MORE