Big Cheese Blog

Amidst the Chaos, a Grounding Moment
No question this is a time of a lot of chaos. No matter where you live, the world now is going through tough stuff. Lots of uncertainty (tariff trade wars, economic uncertainty, political strife, and so much more). It is times like these that I most appreciate those...
What to Do When the World Keeps Throwing Tough Stuff Our Way?(Beauty, Awe, Goodness Log)
***Tune into the video where Eileen gives voice to the thoughts and strategies offered in this article!*** I'm normally a 'look on the bright side' kinda person. But lately I've been having (far too many) conversations about all the tough stuff in the world that's...
Efficiency is Great. Except For When it Isn’t.
A version of this article has also been published in my column at the Globe and Mail. See it here. With today’s heavy workloads it is a good idea to find ways to be more efficient to stay on top of the escalating loads. For some people efficiency becomes their driving...
Leadership Woes? Recalibrate for Confidence and Success
A version of this article has also been published in my column at the Globe and Mail (see it here). Congratulations – you’ve been promoted. After earning your stripes as a high-performing contributor, you are now a manager and responsible for leading others. No...
Leaderly Love: Getting Any? Giving Any?
A version of this article has been published at the Globe and Mail. February, the month most often attributed to the winter blahs (aka February blahs). But it is also known for something else: The month of love! Valentines day comes and goes. But may not be everyone’s...
The Hope Index – And How to Boost it!
**VIDEO: Eileen Talks about The Hope Index and Shares Tips!** Early in this new year, I’ve been thinking (and feeling) a lot about hope. How about you? Feeling hopeful? Hopeless? Something in between? You might say it varies and fluctuates depending on what’s going on...
12 Reflection Questions to Complete 2023 and Get Ready for 2024
A version of this article was also published at the Globe and Mail. See the Globe and Mail version here. VIDEOS: Eileen Chadnick kicks off her 12th annual tradition of offering 12 reflection questions and share a little bit personally too. AND – hear about why “Ta...
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