Finding Purpose in Retirement: An Encore Career for Whole-Person Well-Being

Retirement can be a thrilling chapter, yet for many, it brings a sense of emptiness. After years of work that define purpose, rhythm, and even self-worth, moving into retirement isn’t just about budgeting or relocating; it’s about building a new identity. For some, that might mean finding an "encore career"—work that doesn’t feel like work, … Continue reading Finding Purpose in Retirement: An Encore Career for Whole-Person Well-Being →

Discover Your Core Values with the Schwartz Values Assessment: A Path to More Meaningful Life Decisions

Celebrating World Values Day 2024: Discover Your Core Values with the Schwartz Values Assessment Thursday, 17th October 2024 marks World Values Day, a day dedicated to celebrating and embracing the values that guide us. Values are the passions in our hearts, the motivations behind our actions, and the glue that binds us together as communities. … Continue reading Discover Your Core Values with the Schwartz Values Assessment: A Path to More Meaningful Life Decisions →

Discover who you are and why you’re here, by Steve Conley

Question: “Subject: Who is Steve Conley? Hi Steve, I haven’t gone mad, but do you think you should put something out there about you ... No one who doesn’t know you, knows anything about you and what drives you to be the changemaker. Your story is an important one. Just a thought Steve… only a … Continue reading Discover who you are and why you’re here, by Steve Conley →

Life Strategies: Creating Your Game Plan for Life

Introduction Imagine your life as a grand adventure, one where you are the hero charting your course through a landscape filled with opportunities, challenges, and endless possibilities. Much like a business needs a strategic plan to thrive, we need a game plan for our lives to ensure we're heading in the right direction. In the … Continue reading Life Strategies: Creating Your Game Plan for Life →

AI Financial Coach vs. Human Financial Coach: Which One Wins?

Introduction In the fast-changing world of financial coaching, the introduction of AI has sparked a lively discussion about whether it can outperform human coaches. To frame this debate, we turn to an Indigenous American story about two wolves—one embodying fear, envy, and anger, while the other represents love, joy, and peace. The elder in the … Continue reading AI Financial Coach vs. Human Financial Coach: Which One Wins? →

Redefining Learning at the Academy: A Call to Mastery

During a recent Town Hall meeting, I was asked about my motivation for writing. Is it a meticulously planned process, or do spur-of-the-moment inspirations guide me? My response was straightforward: inspiration often strikes in the heat of emotion, revealing profound lessons and insights. It's these strong emotions that lead me to explore deeper, seeking the … Continue reading Redefining Learning at the Academy: A Call to Mastery →

Enhancing Life and Practice through the Power of Values: Insights from Dr Jackie Le Fèvre’s Research

In the quest for personal and professional growth, the significance of values cannot be overstated. Dr Jackie Le Fèvre's recent research sheds light on this very subject, offering groundbreaking insights into how a deeper connection with our values can profoundly enhance our lives and work practices. Here, we delve into the key findings of this … Continue reading Enhancing Life and Practice through the Power of Values: Insights from Dr Jackie Le Fèvre’s Research →