Wisdom, humour and insights for professional peeps — delivered weekly.https://christinelaperriere.com/https://christinelaperriere.com/ten-weeks-to-create-space-for-what-wants-to-emerge/https://christinelaperriere.com/ten-weeks-to-create-space-for-what-wants-to-emerge/I wonder if I’m not alone in this. Maybe you have felt it too. Not dissatisfaction exactly, but a quiet sense that something in your life or work is ready for aTue, 23 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/ifs-whos-in-charge-here-anyway/https://christinelaperriere.com/ifs-whos-in-charge-here-anyway/Today I spent the day learning from Richard Schwartz, founder of Internal Family Systems (IFS), one of the fastest-growing therapeutic approaches in the world. Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-trap-of-trying-to-fix-a-feeling/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-trap-of-trying-to-fix-a-feeling/I was at a week-long intensive in Costa Rica last week and wow… the learnings. Although our days were filled with sound baths, holotropic breathwork, acupuncturTue, 26 May 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/contacts-vs-context-why-nobodys-calling-you-back/https://christinelaperriere.com/contacts-vs-context-why-nobodys-calling-you-back/I read a passage from Keith Ferrazzi a few weeks ago that has stayed with me. Ferrazzi has spent two decades coaching and writing about relationship-building. TWed, 13 May 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-higher-you-climb-the-farther-you-can-fall/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-higher-you-climb-the-farther-you-can-fall/I heard this from a client recently, and it captured something I remember feeling myself at a certain point in my career: “I thought once I got to this level, IWed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/things-fall-apart-again/https://christinelaperriere.com/things-fall-apart-again/is week I was working with a young professional I’ve been coaching for about a year. He’s bright, hardworking, and deeply thoughtful about the impact he has on Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/when-nothing-is-wrong-and-leaving-is-right/https://christinelaperriere.com/when-nothing-is-wrong-and-leaving-is-right/Many years ago, I was in a really good relationship. He was kind, thoughtful, emotionally, and professional stable. He was the kind of partner many people wouldFri, 17 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-power-of-anticipatory-intelligence/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-power-of-anticipatory-intelligence/I was on a call recently with a client who was feeling frustrated after a series of hiring decisions that hadn’t worked out. He was trying to figure out how to Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/career-codependency-are-you-managing-your-bosss-feelings-instead-of-your-career/https://christinelaperriere.com/career-codependency-are-you-managing-your-bosss-feelings-instead-of-your-career/This week I was working with a young professional I’ve been coaching for about a year. He’s bright, hardworking, and deeply thoughtful about the impact he has oWed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/is-your-team-holding-back-their-best-thinking/https://christinelaperriere.com/is-your-team-holding-back-their-best-thinking/Recently, I had two meetings with two C-suite executives from the same company during the same week, discussing the exact same body of work. I walked out of eacWed, 25 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-real-cost-of-keeping-a-toxic-a-player/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-real-cost-of-keeping-a-toxic-a-player/There’s a particular kind of leadership conversation that almost always happens behind closed doors. It’s the one about the high performer who is wreaking havocWed, 11 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/did-anyone-else-hear-this-during-carneys-speech/https://christinelaperriere.com/did-anyone-else-hear-this-during-carneys-speech/I was listening to Mark Carney speak last week, and somewhere between his discussion of global economics and the fragility of power, I had a visceral aha momentWed, 28 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/stop-hitting-snooze-on-this-important-problem/https://christinelaperriere.com/stop-hitting-snooze-on-this-important-problem/I was coaching a CEO this week who is sitting at a pivotal moment in her business. This year’s sales performance will be a major determinant of the company’s fuWed, 14 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-3-best-gifts-you-can-give/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-3-best-gifts-you-can-give/The holidays always remind me how good it feels to give. It’s one of the reasons this season can feel so joyful. We’re wired to light up when we brighten someonWed, 17 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/if-its-not-a-lack-of-talent-then-what-is-it/https://christinelaperriere.com/if-its-not-a-lack-of-talent-then-what-is-it/“What looks like a talent gap is often a focus gap. The ‘all-star’ is often an average-to-above-average performer who spends more time working on what is importWed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-day-the-new-hire-walked-in-with-a-costco-sized-backpack/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-day-the-new-hire-walked-in-with-a-costco-sized-backpack/One of my clients recently watched a new college graduate walk into her first day of work wearing a backpack and a brand new hoodie. She looked bright, capable,Wed, 19 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-quiet-power-of-professionalism/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-quiet-power-of-professionalism/Recently, I was coaching a leader who was struggling to develop a coaching strategy for one of this team members. This wasn’t a case of bad behaviour or major mWed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/stop-playing-detective-the-problem-with-forensic-managers/https://christinelaperriere.com/stop-playing-detective-the-problem-with-forensic-managers/I once worked with a leader who could’ve given any crime show investigator a run for their money. The moment a project went sideways, he’d pull out his metaphorWed, 22 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-care-when-they-feel-its-unfair/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-care-when-they-feel-its-unfair/Today I was coaching a sales leader who shared how important it was for him to protect his team’s culture as he brought in a few new hires.When I asked what valWed, 08 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-myth-of-good-management-why-micro-and-macro-both-miss-the-mark/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-myth-of-good-management-why-micro-and-macro-both-miss-the-mark/In coaching leaders each year, I’ve noticed a striking pattern: most are simply too busy to lead.What does that mean? It means the very practices that keep teamWed, 24 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/this-might-hurt-a-little-bit/https://christinelaperriere.com/this-might-hurt-a-little-bit/“I can’t promise it won’t hurt — but I can promise it will be better.” “But I know it’s going to hurt,” she says, her giant green eyes welling up with tears. AnWed, 10 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/when-good-intentions-miss-the-mark-a-coaching-lesson-for-leaders/https://christinelaperriere.com/when-good-intentions-miss-the-mark-a-coaching-lesson-for-leaders/I was coaching a leader recently who found herself in one of those classic leadership conundrums: how do you give tough feedback to a very talented new hire witWed, 30 Jul 2025 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/want-to-replicate-greatness-teach-the-thought-process-not-just-the-ground-strokes/https://christinelaperriere.com/want-to-replicate-greatness-teach-the-thought-process-not-just-the-ground-strokes/If you’ve ever watched a world-class tennis coach in action, you know they’re not just drilling forehands and backhands. They’re teaching mindset. They’re coachWed, 16 Jul 2025 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/im-here-for-a-big-life-the-summer-edition/https://christinelaperriere.com/im-here-for-a-big-life-the-summer-edition/A couple years ago, I had one of those unassuming yet unforgettable conversations that quietly rearranges your thinking. I was chatting with a new friend from AWed, 02 Jul 2025 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/why-smart-leaders-still-struggle-to-delegate/https://christinelaperriere.com/why-smart-leaders-still-struggle-to-delegate/“How do I delegate more effectively?” If I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard that question from brilliant, accomplished professionals, I’d be writing this Tue, 17 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/reverse-delegation-when-the-task-came-back-the-very-next-day/https://christinelaperriere.com/reverse-delegation-when-the-task-came-back-the-very-next-day/You know that magical moment when you finally let go of something, assign it to someone else, and breathe a sigh of relief because, finally, your to-do list is Wed, 04 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/running-on-empty-the-mental-toll-of-complex-decisions/https://christinelaperriere.com/running-on-empty-the-mental-toll-of-complex-decisions/Ever tried running a marathon without knowing where the finish line is? Imagine it: Your legs are aching, lungs burning, sweat dripping into your eyes. You checWed, 21 May 2025 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/powerless-26-hours-5-kids-and-every-possible-thing-that-could-go-wrong/https://christinelaperriere.com/powerless-26-hours-5-kids-and-every-possible-thing-that-could-go-wrong/I was on a train back from Madrid to Málaga with my family and another family after a weekend packed with 45,000 people running the Madrid Marathon. The nine ofTue, 06 May 2025 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-secret-sauce-of-real-leadership-hint-its-not-bossiness-or-a-bullhorn/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-secret-sauce-of-real-leadership-hint-its-not-bossiness-or-a-bullhorn/I was chatting with a new friend recently about this incredible community of families I travel with. Imagine a group trip… with no drama, no fuss, no weird grouTue, 22 Apr 2025 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/why-big-decisions-are-easier-in-the-long-run/https://christinelaperriere.com/why-big-decisions-are-easier-in-the-long-run/I was talking with a client recently who was wrestling with a big decision. One of those career-changing, life-altering, “is-this-a-genius-move-or-a-terrible-miTue, 08 Apr 2025 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/loyalty-power-play-or-true-commitment/https://christinelaperriere.com/loyalty-power-play-or-true-commitment/Let’s talk about loyalty. Not the kind your dog shows when you so much as think about opening the fridge, but the human kind—the kind that shows up in workplaceTue, 25 Mar 2025 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/should-a-leadership-coach-help-a-leader-through-a-mid-life-crisis/https://christinelaperriere.com/should-a-leadership-coach-help-a-leader-through-a-mid-life-crisis/As a leadership coach and a mid-life human myself, I find myself asking: Should a coach stick strictly to leadership topics, or are we truly in service to a leaWed, 12 Mar 2025 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/to-spec-vs-by-design-a-leadership-lesson-from-my-icicle-laden-roof/https://christinelaperriere.com/to-spec-vs-by-design-a-leadership-lesson-from-my-icicle-laden-roof/After a year-long, down-to-the-studs home renovation—including new insulation, windows, roof, HVAC, and more—I thought we were set for whatever Mother Nature thFri, 28 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-be-both-too-much-and-not-enough/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-be-both-too-much-and-not-enough/If you could peek upstairs in my brain during a typical workday, you’d probably find a golden retriever energetically wagging its tail, ready to help and leave Tue, 28 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-horses-silently-taught-me-the-magic-of-connection/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-horses-silently-taught-me-the-magic-of-connection/Since we are officially past the “Happy New Year” greeting window according to Larry David, I’ll just say I’m thankful to be back in your inbox. This week, I waTue, 14 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/its-time-to-break-up-with-your-habits/https://christinelaperriere.com/its-time-to-break-up-with-your-habits/Dessert First: Part Six (of Six) Part One: New view, new you: The power of a workation Part Two: Dessert first: Putting fun before function Part Three: How to bWed, 18 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/im-here-for-a-big-life/https://christinelaperriere.com/im-here-for-a-big-life/Dessert First: Part Five (of Six) Part One: New view, new you: The power of a workation Part Two: Dessert first: Putting fun before function Part Three: How to Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/too-happy-to-be-busy/https://christinelaperriere.com/too-happy-to-be-busy/Dessert First: Part Four (of Six) Part One: New view, new you: The power of a workation Part Two: Dessert first: Putting fun before function Part Three: How to Wed, 27 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-build-a-strong-community/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-build-a-strong-community/Dessert First: Part Three (of Six) Part One: New view, new you: The power of a workation Part Two: Dessert first: Putting fun before function Part Four: Too hapTue, 12 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/dessert-first-putting-fun-before-function/https://christinelaperriere.com/dessert-first-putting-fun-before-function/Dessert First: Part Two (of Six) Part One: New view, new you: The power of a workation Part Three: How to build a strong community Part Four: Too happy to be buTue, 22 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/new-view-new-you-the-power-of-a-workation/https://christinelaperriere.com/new-view-new-you-the-power-of-a-workation/Dessert First: Part One (of Six) Part Two: Dessert first: Putting fun before function Part Three: How to build a strong community Part Four: Too happy to be busTue, 08 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-the-best-leaders-say-goodbye-to-a-talented-team-member/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-the-best-leaders-say-goodbye-to-a-talented-team-member/You can tell a lot about a boss from how they react when you give your notice of resignation. I’d argue it says even more than when you start a new role. While Tue, 02 Jul 2024 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/dont-make-me-ask/https://christinelaperriere.com/dont-make-me-ask/Is there anything worse than having to beg for recognition? I can’t tell you how many times I’ve run into this issue with coaching clients and within organizatiTue, 11 Jun 2024 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/do-i-have-broccoli-between-my-teeth/https://christinelaperriere.com/do-i-have-broccoli-between-my-teeth/Ever had that awkward moment when someone lets you know that you have broccoli between your teeth? It’s not the most comfortable experience–and for a moment, yoTue, 28 May 2024 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-get-on-the-aaa-team/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-get-on-the-aaa-team/As someone who’s spent the better part of her career on coaching and leadership training, you know that effective leadership is important to me. I know what a dTue, 14 May 2024 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/build-or-break-how-to-create-confidence/https://christinelaperriere.com/build-or-break-how-to-create-confidence/If you’ve been paying attention to the Best Boss Ever podcast, you know that there are a few topics that come up regularly–and one of them is confidence. So oftTue, 30 Apr 2024 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/when-your-worst-day-shows-you-a-best-boss/https://christinelaperriere.com/when-your-worst-day-shows-you-a-best-boss/As many of you know, I’ve been hard at work on my second book and it’s brought up a lot of memories. It’s also made me take a hard look at what brought me to thTue, 16 Apr 2024 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/its-not-about-balance/https://christinelaperriere.com/its-not-about-balance/Leaders can have an incredible impact on their team’s spirit, performance and the overall atmosphere of a workplace. It’s for these reasons that I believe we neTue, 02 Apr 2024 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/stress-to-impress/https://christinelaperriere.com/stress-to-impress/Leaders can have an incredible impact on their team’s spirit, performance and the overall atmosphere of a workplace. It’s for these reasons that I believe we neTue, 19 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-be-a-first-class-leader/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-be-a-first-class-leader/Leaders can have an incredible impact on their team’s spirit, performance and the overall atmosphere of a workplace. It’s for these reasons that I believe we neTue, 05 Mar 2024 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/why-we-need-to-be-promoting-more-people-matter-experts/https://christinelaperriere.com/why-we-need-to-be-promoting-more-people-matter-experts/Leaders can have an incredible impact on their team’s spirit, performance and the overall atmosphere of a workplace. It’s for these reasons that I believe we neTue, 20 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/why-we-need-to-start-practicing-leadership/https://christinelaperriere.com/why-we-need-to-start-practicing-leadership/In today’s fast-paced, ever-evolving world, thinking of leadership as a one-stop destination is like expecting your smartphone to never need an update—it’s pretTue, 06 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-brand-is-personal/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-brand-is-personal/In today’s world, your personal brand is more important than ever. I talk about this a lot with high-potential leaders, because how you’re seen by those around Tue, 23 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-create-job-security/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-create-job-security/The world is changing. The days of employees spending 30+ years at one company are over. And the same way employees are showing less and less loyalty to their eTue, 05 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/leading-by-example-how-our-parents-influence-our-leadership-style/https://christinelaperriere.com/leading-by-example-how-our-parents-influence-our-leadership-style/For better or for worse, you likely attribute a number of traits to one (or both!) of your parents. The way you look, the way you talk, and the way you think caTue, 21 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/going-it-alone-how-to-be-a-leader-when-youre-a-team-of-one/https://christinelaperriere.com/going-it-alone-how-to-be-a-leader-when-youre-a-team-of-one/Can you be a leader if you “officially” have nobody to lead? That’s a question that’s come up quite a few times recently. For example, I’m a solopreneur. While Tue, 07 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/job-posting-compensation-directly-aligned-to-care/https://christinelaperriere.com/job-posting-compensation-directly-aligned-to-care/Compensation packages don’t reflect an employee’s dedication, hard work or value to a company. But what if that wasn’t the case?Tue, 24 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/is-this-the-end-of-going-above-and-beyond/https://christinelaperriere.com/is-this-the-end-of-going-above-and-beyond/When you write a book called Too Busy to be Happy, it’s only natural for clients to ask about said busyness. How can they reserve more emotional real estate forTue, 10 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-power-of-an-aha-moment/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-power-of-an-aha-moment/Whether you’ve been a Whipp subscriber for years or are new to our community, there’s a good chance you’ve heard me talk about the power of an “aha moment.” ThoTue, 26 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/when-feedback-is-a-setback/https://christinelaperriere.com/when-feedback-is-a-setback/No matter where you sit in the corporate hierarchy, there is one experience that is universal: Feedback. Feedback is critical as it provides valuable insights, Tue, 12 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-loving-your-people-helps-deliver-their-best/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-loving-your-people-helps-deliver-their-best/Last week, I found out that one of my favorite high school teachers had passed away. Here’s one of the life lessons I’m taking with me.Tue, 18 Jul 2023 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-save-hours-when-preparing-for-a-presentation/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-save-hours-when-preparing-for-a-presentation/It’s not so much the “what,” but the “how” when it comes to reducing anxiety and preparing for big presentations.Tue, 27 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/more-meetings-that-matter/https://christinelaperriere.com/more-meetings-that-matter/Meetings are a necessary part of business, but how do you ensure you get the most out of the time? Here's what I've learned over the years.Tue, 13 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-five-minute-rule/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-five-minute-rule/Did you know that when you speak up in meetings can increase your confidence. Let’s talk about the five-minute rule.Tue, 30 May 2023 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-great-expectations-gap/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-great-expectations-gap/How many questions do you think you ask in a day? Between my clients, my kids, and my husband, there’s no doubt that I ask hundreds. And sometimes, I believe weWed, 17 May 2023 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/lets-see-leadership-in-3d/https://christinelaperriere.com/lets-see-leadership-in-3d/I spend a lot of time thinking (and talking!) about the best bosses ever. Not only is it the concept behind my podcast, but it’s also one of the most popular prWed, 03 May 2023 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/tipping-the-scales-on-worthiness/https://christinelaperriere.com/tipping-the-scales-on-worthiness/Has something ever rattled your confidence? Because you’re human, the answer is likely yes. But the real question is whether that “something” was rationally or Wed, 19 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/who-was-your-role-model-when-it-came-to-having-fun/https://christinelaperriere.com/who-was-your-role-model-when-it-came-to-having-fun/Being time rich is an often overlooked pillar of success, especially when it can come at the cost of the material goods we so often associate with it.Wed, 01 Mar 2023 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/can-making-more-money-make-you-feel-poorer/https://christinelaperriere.com/can-making-more-money-make-you-feel-poorer/What does it mean to be wealthy vs. poor? As most of us grow up and develop, there’s usually one answer modeled for all of us: Money. While it’s true that acquiTue, 14 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-benefits-of-an-icy-cold-plunge-into-discomfort/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-benefits-of-an-icy-cold-plunge-into-discomfort/A week ago, I had a very interesting experience. I decided to sneak away from the office on a Wednesday afternoon and play hooky with a great friend of mine. WeTue, 31 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-mechanics-of-motivation/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-mechanics-of-motivation/Last week, I read a quote that reminded me why I quit career coaching almost as fast as I started career coaching: “If you wait until you’re motivated, you’ve aTue, 17 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/sometimes-we-all-ready-have-what-we-are-looking-for/https://christinelaperriere.com/sometimes-we-all-ready-have-what-we-are-looking-for/What if you already had exactly what you were looking for? When most of us think about the new year, we think about what we want compared to what we have. We waTue, 13 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/do-we-need-mirrors/https://christinelaperriere.com/do-we-need-mirrors/“Why can’t I just do this stuff at home” is what I thought after an obscene amount of jumping jacks and skipping rope. Last week, I was in a high-intensity inteTue, 29 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-double-lean-in-conundrum/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-double-lean-in-conundrum/I am starting to see a new trend of burnout in both professional men and women. And no one is talking about it. Women are delaying motherhood and investing heavTue, 15 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/performance-review-musings/https://christinelaperriere.com/performance-review-musings/For most professionals, this is the time of the year when they receive career-defining feedback to set the tone, expectations, and goals for the following year.Tue, 01 Nov 2022 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/petrified-to-present/https://christinelaperriere.com/petrified-to-present/Which of these two people do you recognize? One: the breezy, charismatic speaker, the one who makes audiences want to lean in and learn, the person who captivatTue, 18 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/just-because-it-might-feel-a-bit-nerve-wracking-doesnt-mean-its-a-bad-call/https://christinelaperriere.com/just-because-it-might-feel-a-bit-nerve-wracking-doesnt-mean-its-a-bad-call/In most professions, you’re paid, depended upon, and expected to make decisions. You’re required to know the risks, consider the facts, and deliberate between oTue, 04 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/is-there-a-connection-between-business-and-the-wild/https://christinelaperriere.com/is-there-a-connection-between-business-and-the-wild/Is there a connection between business and the wild? There is. Consider that the wilderness environment – like business – can be unforgiving, challenging, dynamMon, 19 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-one-moment-of-deep-embarrassment-helped-me-say-yes-to-life/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-one-moment-of-deep-embarrassment-helped-me-say-yes-to-life/On International Women’s Day, I headed out with three incredible women I know to a local business event. It felt great to get out with friends after weeks of omTue, 26 Jul 2022 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/dont-give-me-assignments/https://christinelaperriere.com/dont-give-me-assignments/When I think of leadership, I think of how much a great boss can make the work experience fantastic and even give your personal life a lift. By contrast, a lousTue, 12 Jul 2022 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/1627-2/https://christinelaperriere.com/1627-2/Last summer I was listening to another podcast by Glennon Doyle and had another ah-ha moment worth sharing. Before diving into the meat, let me start by explainSun, 26 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/can-i-ask-you-a-strange-question/https://christinelaperriere.com/can-i-ask-you-a-strange-question/Last week, my husband and I visited a new local food shop in our area. We were standing there looking at the menu when the man behind the counter said, “Excuse Tue, 14 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/making-time-to-feel-something-is-doing-something/https://christinelaperriere.com/making-time-to-feel-something-is-doing-something/Friday, after my morning shower, I walked out of the bathroom to my husband standing in the doorway waiting for me. Although he rarely cries, his eyes looked fuTue, 31 May 2022 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/she-is-a-great-leader-but-doesnt-have-the-right-experience/https://christinelaperriere.com/she-is-a-great-leader-but-doesnt-have-the-right-experience/Can a great leader succeed even if they don’t have industry or relevant experience? For eons, hiring managers have grappled with this question in the hiring andSun, 15 May 2022 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/a-lesson-in-leadership-from-the-wild/https://christinelaperriere.com/a-lesson-in-leadership-from-the-wild/Leadership in the wild is very different from the leadership we see or experience in corporate life. After my podcast interview with Jeff Barrett, the Founder oSun, 01 May 2022 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/is-this-a-feeling-or-an-opinion-and-why-it-matters/https://christinelaperriere.com/is-this-a-feeling-or-an-opinion-and-why-it-matters/You call a friend on the phone to ask how they are doing, and they say, “Uh, Oh, I’m so busy…..,” They identify with being stressed and busy. But I always wondeTue, 19 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/do-you-get-paid-for-your-time-or-your-value/https://christinelaperriere.com/do-you-get-paid-for-your-time-or-your-value/I recently had a challenging but thought-provoking experience with an interior designer. I had this renovation project I wanted to do, and I quickly realized I Tue, 05 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/3-types-of-runners-and-how-they-get-work-done-differently/https://christinelaperriere.com/3-types-of-runners-and-how-they-get-work-done-differently/I recently spoke with a client who shared a challenge she had with her VP. From her perspective, it seemed like he lacked a sense of urgency at the right time. Tue, 22 Mar 2022 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/a-fresh-approach-to-making-big-life-and-career-decisions/https://christinelaperriere.com/a-fresh-approach-to-making-big-life-and-career-decisions/I’m coaching a client who has reached an excellent level of success in his career. And he called me to sit down and talk through his decision-making process aroTue, 08 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/mommy-im-sad/https://christinelaperriere.com/mommy-im-sad/“Mommy, I’m sad.” Me: “Honey, why do you feel sad?” Him: “Just because… I just can’t make my body feel happy.” This was a conversation I had with my son Xander Tue, 22 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/do-hard-working-professionals-miss-out-on-happiness/https://christinelaperriere.com/do-hard-working-professionals-miss-out-on-happiness/If you are like me, you have, at times, had a complicated relationship with happiness. Knowing that we’ve been blessed with many resources and freedoms that othTue, 08 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/suffering-from-symptoms-of-success/https://christinelaperriere.com/suffering-from-symptoms-of-success/Do you ever catch yourself saying “if I only had this, then I would be happy?” Some days you might be debating with your spouse over an upcoming home renovationTue, 07 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-teach-your-team-to-be-more-resilient/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-teach-your-team-to-be-more-resilient/As soon as I opened my mouth at the start of the first meeting working with a new client—a mining company—I was abruptly interrupted by the head of HR. “Sorry CWed, 24 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/omit-this-word-and-change-your-life/https://christinelaperriere.com/omit-this-word-and-change-your-life/Let me start by sharing some very interesting facts I dug up the other day. 78% of Americans feel stressed at least one day in a typical week — and 15% of them Tue, 09 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/time-to-disconnect/https://christinelaperriere.com/time-to-disconnect/Do you regularly shut off your devices and “leave work”? Do you have specific and agreed-upon hours in which you are no longer “on-call” for answers to work queTue, 26 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/ten-things-working-moms-wish-their-bosses-knew/https://christinelaperriere.com/ten-things-working-moms-wish-their-bosses-knew/In the past five years I’ve coached almost 400 female leaders, so it’s not surprising that I’ve worked with many top performers as they face the challenges thatTue, 12 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/bring-problems-not-solutions/https://christinelaperriere.com/bring-problems-not-solutions/You have your favorites. I know you do. Those adages and maxims that you pin to your workspace or jot in your planner for inspiration. Don’t bring problems, briTue, 28 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/who-were-you-working-for-on-911/https://christinelaperriere.com/who-were-you-working-for-on-911/The Twin Towers were tumbling. Pedestrians panicked and ran for their lives. Brave first responders charged up staircases into danger zones, attempting to rescuTue, 14 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/zooming-out/https://christinelaperriere.com/zooming-out/This week I had the luxury (yes, luxury) of meeting up with two friends I have not seen in ages due to you-know-what. These friends are brilliant entrepreneurs Tue, 27 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/is-there-crying-in-business/https://christinelaperriere.com/is-there-crying-in-business/If you weren’t around for the famous line from “A League of Their Own,” here’s Tom Hanks (circa 1992) delivering the incredibly famous line “there’s no crying iTue, 13 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-make-fearless-unplugged-vacations-a-reality-for-yourself-and-your-team/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-make-fearless-unplugged-vacations-a-reality-for-yourself-and-your-team/“I can’t believe how burnt out my team is. And people seem even more frustrated with one another than usual.” I’ve had similar conversations with many clients tTue, 29 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-dial-up-more-fun-this-summer/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-dial-up-more-fun-this-summer/Last week I was listening to another podcast by Glennon Doyle and had another ah-ha moment worth sharing. Before I dive into the meat, let me start by explaininTue, 15 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/when-work-goes-out-of-bounds/https://christinelaperriere.com/when-work-goes-out-of-bounds/We’re living in a world that’s always on. Transitioning to a virtual reality this past year changed the way we communicate, and at the same time, gave our colleTue, 01 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/do-you-trust-me/https://christinelaperriere.com/do-you-trust-me/I just published the 11th episode of my podcast and I’m starting to see a pattern: the best, most influential leaders show trust.Wed, 19 May 2021 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-power-of-10000-hours/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-power-of-10000-hours/Feeling defeated, Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell fatefully fell into my path. That's when I learned all about the 10,000-Hour Rule.Wed, 05 May 2021 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/what-kind-of-tired-are-you/https://christinelaperriere.com/what-kind-of-tired-are-you/When it comes to physical tiredness, we know the drill. But the answer isn’t as straightforward when it comes to the other types of fatigue.Wed, 21 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-face-a-professional-identity-crisis/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-face-a-professional-identity-crisis/Asking our kids what they want to be when they grow up is certainly one of the most popular questions, but it's also the most tragic.Wed, 07 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-half-ass-your-way-to-awesome/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-half-ass-your-way-to-awesome/We’re spending so much time at home, so it's a great time to try something new. But sometimes, committing to it can feel impossible.Wed, 24 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/will-you-go-zooming-with-me/https://christinelaperriere.com/will-you-go-zooming-with-me/An expert shares her tips for dealing with Zoom fatigue, from how to keep meetings on track to better balancing your days.Wed, 10 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/the-upside-of-being-down/https://christinelaperriere.com/the-upside-of-being-down/Have you heard the phrase “toxic positivity” lately? There’s a reason it’s making the rounds, and I think I’ve identified it. It’s fair to say that this past yeWed, 24 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-find-success-in-challenging-times/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-find-success-in-challenging-times/How we motivate ourselves comes down to three things: the consequences of our actions need to be personal, certain and immediate.Wed, 10 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/finding-your-finish-line/https://christinelaperriere.com/finding-your-finish-line/Finish lines provide a sense of calm and motivation to go on. Whether it’s a run or a horrible job, an endpoint helps us through the pain.Wed, 27 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/busyness-happiness-related/https://christinelaperriere.com/busyness-happiness-related/While many of us are too busy to be happy, what’s a little more complicated is whether or not some busyness brings happiness.Wed, 13 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/4-questions-to-help-plan-your-best-year-ever/https://christinelaperriere.com/4-questions-to-help-plan-your-best-year-ever/We don’t set aside time to daydream, but when it comes to New Year’s Eve, we can’t help but think about making the next year our “best year ever.”Wed, 30 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/power-of-popping-for-coffee/https://christinelaperriere.com/power-of-popping-for-coffee/I’ve been fascinated this year with the concept of kindness. How being kind shifts things, makes us feel better, and how contagious it is.Wed, 16 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/which-alternate-reality-are-you-living-in/https://christinelaperriere.com/which-alternate-reality-are-you-living-in/Here's how the idea of an "alternate reality" has brought the planner in me some peace of mind. I hope you find it helpful, too.Wed, 02 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-dial-up-your-a-game/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-dial-up-your-a-game/One of the most important lessons I've learned is the power of using affirmations to calm uncertainty and stay energized.Wed, 18 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/are-you-suffering-from-kindness-blindness/https://christinelaperriere.com/are-you-suffering-from-kindness-blindness/As we make our way through a global pandemic (and an uncertain U.S. election), it's easy to suffer from "kindness blindness."Thu, 05 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/boredom-needs-a-rebrand/https://christinelaperriere.com/boredom-needs-a-rebrand/For as long as I can remember, there’s been something bad about being bored. It started when I was a kid and I’d mention being bored to my dad, who would quicklWed, 21 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/why-do-we-all-feel-like-were-faking-it/https://christinelaperriere.com/why-do-we-all-feel-like-were-faking-it/“Hello darkness, my old friend…” OK, if you heard that line and didn’t immediately start thinking about Simon & Garfunkel, you’re too young to be reading this. Wed, 07 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMThttps://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-refuel-your-emotional-real-estate-during-covid-19/https://christinelaperriere.com/how-to-refuel-your-emotional-real-estate-during-covid-19/Here's how you can refuel your emotional real estate during COVID-19.Thu, 17 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT