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A Used 7-Iron and the Discipline of Leadership
Leadership can be mentally taxing in ways that cause wear and tear we're not consciously aware of right away. And it can change our approach to people in the workplace - we subconsciously do little things to protect ourselves from discomfort, but that get in the way of showing up in the workplace as our best selves. A recent golf (mis)adventure held some lessons.

Dave Todaro
2 days ago4 min read


Ikigai - One Christian's Perspective
“Ikigai” is a Japanese word. It deserves study and reflection for anyone who is seeking to get their career, their hobbies, or their...

Dave Todaro
Jul 166 min read


Career Transitions: Going for "Next" With Gusto
It could have come about suddenly, or perhaps with some warning, but it’s happened: You need to complete your next career move. It's a powerful opportunity - and a significant challenge. Here are nine keys to navigating the transition with energy, hope, and ultimately, success. The nine areas of focus are the framework for a process that can be tailored for anyone who is making their next career move, whether still employed or between jobs.

Dave Todaro
Apr 246 min read


Conflict: A Bad Word, or Just an Important One?
Does the “C” word make you flinch? Recently, people in leadership positions have been exploring the idea of “conflict” with me. It’s...

Dave Todaro
Mar 87 min read


Relationship-Shaping: Match Your Style to What Makes People Tick
Twelve models for building highly productive relationships with your workmates.

Dave Todaro
Dec 23, 20246 min read


Toward Greater Focus: Take the Favorites and Bookmarks Challenge
If you’re currently struggling with prioritization and focus when using your laptop or mobile device, why not try this fun hack?

Dave Todaro
Jul 13, 20244 min read


Careers: Thoughts to Help Job Seekers Ace Interviews
“Interviewing Fluency,” finding your interviewing genius, and 7 helpful questions toward interview mastery. Virtually all of us will...

Dave Todaro
Feb 22, 20245 min read


Living with Purpose in the Digital Age
So much information screams for our attention every day. Some of it is like junk food, and some helps us grow.

Dave Todaro
Jan 18, 20242 min read


Holiday Season Mindfulness and Self-Care: A Humorous Confession
It all started, like so many things, when I was young. Brightly colored lights, delicious cookies, smiling aunts, uncles, cousins,...

Dave Todaro
Dec 9, 20233 min read


Chords, Lyrics & Rhythm in Search of Self (Part 2)
In my previous post you read of my four or five impressionable years leading up to college. I trained myself to dress, talk, think, and...

Dave Todaro
Nov 18, 20233 min read


Chords, Lyrics & Rhythm in Search of Self (Part 1)
Mine is a young person’s story. But see if there’s not lessons for all ages. It is a musical jouney of self-discovery for which I'm truly...

Dave Todaro
Nov 1, 20232 min read
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