Kristin's Blog

10 Shifts to Make the Last Quarter of 2023 the BEST
In this month’s podcast, I share 10 shifts to help make the last quarter of 2023 the BEST of the year. None of these are ‘hard’ – in fact, they are small and relatively easy to accomplish. Yet, they deliver a BIG PUNCH and a HUGE IMPACT. Take a listen and let me know your…
When I formed Alignment, Inc. almost 20 years ago...
When I formed Alignment, Inc. almost 20 years ago, the word (and concept) of ‘alignment’ were, for the most part, reserved for body shops and chiropractors! Yet, successful leaders and my senior leader/CEO friends LOVED the concept as they said THAT is what distinguishes successful leaders, organizations, cultures, and strategies. Of course, I could not…
How to 'Hook 'Em'.....Tips to Capture Someone's Attention and CLOSE them....
As an entrepreneur, one has to master the art of capturing attention, holding it, and closing it. This is not always easy – especially in a crowded market. Today’s podcast focuses on 4 tips on how to do this effectively AND the key questions to ask and answer to make this happen! Short, succinct, and…
4 "Ah-ha's" From Bali and the Month of June
So, this month was full of rich, soul-expanding experiences. In this short 13-minute podcast, I share 4 ‘ah-ha’s which are relevant for all of us….at any stage in life. It is raw, unfiltered, and unscripted. Your comments are welcomed!
Opening the Kimono - A few observations
So – I’m going to open my proverbial kimono today. I posted these thoughts on one of my social media profiles – and it hit a nerve. So, I am sending this to my followers….. This photo (at the bottom of this post) was from a LONG time ago – (20 years ago). I am…
Off the Rails Already? 5 Thoughts.....
As we come to the end of the first month of a new year, many of my clients already feel like they’ve ‘gone off the rails’. I get it. Last week, I gave a webinar which has received an unusually high number of accolades. I am not sure why this particular message ‘hit the mark’;…
5 Perspectives that Shifted Everything
Last week I delivered a webinar, which I do every month at the request of my clients and followers, and this particular webinar was very well received. So, I decided to share the high level content in this blog. My intention is to shed light on a few thoughts which completely shifted my approach to…
Curating your Career - and Next Chapter
Many of my clients and followers are entering their 2nd (and in some cases 3rd) chapter in their lives and careers. There is certainty AND there is ambiguity. Where to contribute? What to do? With whom to do it? How to craft the next position? How will I know for sure? Some have plenty of…
3 Pivotal Shifts for the 2nd Half of 2022
As we enter the 2nd half of 2022, many of us reflect on the past two years and wonder…..how can we come out of this experience and make the most of it? Let’s face it, the pandemic continues to loom over us, inflation is on the rise, and yes…..there is a recession hanging in the…
31 Observations to Consider
Recently, I’ve read several articles where the author has shared their perspectives on life and business. They were thought-provoking. Coupled with those articles, many of my clients and followers have asked me: ‘what have you learned, given all the challenges during the pandemic, etc., in the past 24 months? Hmmm….we’ve all been tested and stretched,…