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The Science of Employee Well-Being
Many well-meaning leaders fall short when it comes to strategies to improve employee well-being. Often they default to familiar, check-the-box wellness initiatives. With the U.S. wellness market topping $2 trillion
The Art of Finding New Balance in the Midst of Chaos
When we tune into the natural flow of life, we unlock the door to unexpected moments of synchronicity. Shortly after taking the yin-yoga workshop, I listened to a podcast by
Cultivating Connection and Strengthening Relationships
For many of us, daily interactions are transactional—exchanging money for goods and services, trading skills and time for salaries and benefits. A structured give-and-take that defines much of how we
Resistance: a Catalyst for Change
Resistance: what is it exactly? To establish a shared language, let’s begin with the etymology of the word: resistance (n.) mid-14c., resistence, “moral or political opposition;” late 14c., “military or armed physical
Discovering Opportunities in Resistance
Looking at Resistance Resistance, what is it about? This is something I will be exploring in 2025, and I’ll admit, I have plenty of it: Resistance to being interrupted when
Honoring Endings, Making Space for New Beginnings
Reflecting on 2024 Download Longing to Be in 2025 Download Celebrating 5 years… BETA is because we are! BETA Coaching & Consulting was conceived in 2019 through the practice of
Sustainable Well-Being: A Journey, Not a Destination
When working with organizations to establish well-being sustainability, several key factors play a role in developing an effective framework. These factors are unique to each environment and workforce, considering shifting
The Shifting Nature of Expectations
Life is a process, and as complex, multidimensional beings, we exist within systems, learning to adapt to their ebbs and flows. Every day is a new beginning, and we must
Engaging Employees: More Than Just a Trend
Our society is at an inflection point. To thrive in this new era, both employees and employers must redefine their relationship. Employee engagement, a topic explored extensively in academic articles,
Ever feel like you’re spinning your wheels, really fast? Yet, remain in the same place? Or at least that’s how it feels because you’re so embedded in making something out
Billions of individuals, including yourself, are busy working. Many toil away in environments that are not supportive of their values, talents, and skills. And a small percentage of these individuals
Stepping into the Realm of Possibilities
The level of employee engagement hinges on their sense of fulfillment in their contributions to the organization, their colleagues, and their own growth. This is equally influenced by the organization’s
With more than 20 years in the well-being profession (12 as a coach), I’m biased in saying — this is a magical field. It is not enough to amass coaching
Wrapping up a week of museum outings, enjoying the burgeoning spring days, and visiting with friends, reacclimating to a schedule of deadlines has been slow going. It is a privilege
Being Present In Life’s Rhythms
After some internal dialogue about the need to ‘get cracking’ and put my thoughts down, coherently, for this monthly issue, it wasn’t happening. Looking at the calendar and realizing I
When Good Enough, is Good Enough
For most, we want to be the best and do our best. And, we hold that expectation with pride. I like to say that my high expectations [which are subjective]
Exploring the “how” more deeply requires slowing down to examine the way in which the organization’s cultural behaviors are [mis]aligned with its values and purpose. The speed of the changes
I like it when my disciplined actions result in desirable outcomes, and one might say that is a form of being productive. One would say I have the affliction of
For many, this time of the year offers an opportunity to reflect on the past and make resolutions for a future reality. Even if you’re not inclined to make a
This montage represents articles published in 2023, speaking to what was top of mind [heart] – and how these topics are attuned to our values – choice, transparency, and trust.
What You Need is Not Simply Their Hands
When an organization views its purpose as a commitment they are working toward, its impact can be far-reaching both internally and externally. A successful implementation process requires a purpose-based business
It is the rare individual that has a singular life purpose. With the variability of life, we let go of what is not serving us, while making space for what
I have been reflecting on how I show up for my needs and give them the same attention I would if talking with a client. Here I am referring to
In the January 2023 BETA e-newsletter, there was an invitation to imagine what might be possible for you in 2023. This included what is your heart calling for?, and how you
I have been wondering what would constitute play for me at this stage in my life, recognizing shifting priorities and interests. For the past twelve years, I was busy with
Cultivating a resilient organization Work and life are not mutually exclusive. Most of us spend one third or more of our days at work and derive deep meaning from engaging
Resilience Takes a Communal Effort
The thinking is that resilience is something we find within ourselves only when tested. It is an internal grit that is supposed to allow us to bounce back stronger than
Recently in a coaching conversation, the individual said she had 12 million things to do and had to die or quit her job to focus on her well-being. I paused.
Work is a vital part of life, shaping our sense of purpose and well-being. More than 160 million people are part of the U.S. workforce, spending one-third, if not more,
Deep listening promotes empathy
For the speaker, the line between wanting to be reassured and wanting to be heard may not always be easy to discern. Your friend is sharing how they had a
… starting off on the right foot
During this time of the year, there is a tendency to make a resolution that leverages behavior in the coming year. The practice of making resolutions first caught on among
Winter solstice, December 21, marks the day with the shortest amount of sunlight and it is also the longest night of the year. The abundance of darkness balanced with the
“The human condition is one about belonging. We simply cannot thrive unless we are in relationship” [john a. powell]. I would add that the right relationship is one that supports
At times it feels like the desire for social connection is in opposition to the ways people are currently working. While this is a general viewpoint, most organizations use productivity,
A Social Contract for Engagement
After a year of leaving voice messages and sending cards to mark special occasions, Brenda wrote a letter to Stephanie making sure all was well with her and the family.
Forging Transformative Partnerships
Summer Issue A transformation is something that is, realized – embodied – known – and, one could say, it is sacred. We have all experienced a transformation, albeit small or
As companies place more emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, there is a call for transparency. Between 1979-2022, workers’ productivity in the United States increased by 61.8%
Employee Engagement: It is clear something is not adding up
There is a lot of buzz around the concept of employee engagement with more than 1,500 academic articles published in 2020. Personally, I was curious about the connections between the
An Unbeatable Advantage: Trust
The very fabric of our human ecosystem is grounded in our need to trust and be trusted. It is fundamental to almost all aspects of life and our interactions. We
Designing a workplace environment focused on well-being is in your hands. When organizations create settings that support their employees’ well-being, the result is heightened employee engagement and lower levels of
We learn to adapt along the way
This is the time of year when resolutions abound. There is sufficient information to indicate that only 20% of all new year resolutions are achieved and most are abandoned by
Summoning the Courage to Transform a System
“If you bring people into a system that was not created for them, what you’re really doing is asking them to assimilate and give up part of what they are.”
What is Your Well-being Strategy? How to Cultivate a Sense of Well-being
In the space between now and the future lies the magic of possibility. Each of us is at a different level of well-being. This state of being is influenced by
How do Ecosystems of Well-being Inform our Experience?
Physical wellness is certainly an integral component of well-being; however, it represents only a fraction of the full scope of well-being.
What is an Ecosystem of Well-being and Why is it Important?
Ecosystems are the natural systems that we depend upon to support our well-being. They provide sustenance in the form of food, clean water and protection from disease and natural hazards.