by CJ McClanahan | Apr 17, 2025 | Blog
Overachievers believe that with enough planning, they can control the outcome. The truth? Life is in control. <> It never ceases to amaze me how often I need to be reminded that control is a myth. Life is uncertain and almost completely unpredictable. Yet,...
by CJ McClanahan | Apr 10, 2025 | Blog
There’s a secret to how you give. Get it wrong, and you’ll feel nothing. Get it right, and it’ll change everything. <> “Engaging in benevolent acts and expecting kindness from others both matter for individual happiness levels…. the wellbeing...
by CJ McClanahan | Apr 3, 2025 | Blog
Overachievers sometimes believe that multitasking makes them smarter or worth more. Here’s what it really says… <> A few days ago, I was on a Teams meeting, barely participating. I had my camera on (microphone muted) and spent the entire meeting...
by CJ McClanahan | Mar 27, 2025 | Blog
What if fewer commitments meant more peace? <> I love it when one of my clients sits down across the table from me with a wide grin and announces that they’ve just turned down an opportunity to add another commitment to their plate. Few things bring me more joy...
by CJ McClanahan | Mar 20, 2025 | Blog
Better communication requires you to get up and sit in a different seat. Literally. <> Since I moved into my new office (10+ years), I’ve had a unique ritual. Roughly once a month, I will get up from behind my desk and take the seat my clients normally occupy....
by CJ McClanahan | Mar 13, 2025 | Blog
Our culture screams that “constant collaboration” is required to do your job. The truth, however, is a little different. <> While giving a talk on productivity last week, I made a recommendation that ended up being fairly controversial, earning a...
by CJ McClanahan | Mar 6, 2025 | Blog
Celebrating a life inevitably leads us to recognize this truth: life is only about relationships. <> Last week, I had the honor of attending the funeral celebrating the mother of one of my closest friends. It may seem unusual to use the phrase “I had the...
by CJ McClanahan | Feb 27, 2025 | Blog
Overachievers tend to be an impatient group. Which, is why true behavior change can be difficult. Here’s one tactic to get you across the finish line. <> We’ve all seen a documentary about healthy eating or attended a seminar reminding us of the power of...
by CJ McClanahan | Feb 20, 2025 | Blog
Overachievers can sometimes forget that their identity is not wrapped up in their accomplishments… or failures. <> “I feel like a failure.” Over the years, I’ve heard this phrase many times from my clients. At some point in our journey, we’ve all sized...
by CJ McClanahan | Feb 13, 2025 | Blog
If you’re looking for a life-altering mind-shift, you’ll need to do things differently than you’ve tried before. <> Jotting a note in your gratitude journal or praying at mealtime are great places to start, but these periodic actions alone...
by CJ McClanahan | Feb 6, 2025 | Blog
Do you own your failures, shortcomings, and mistakes? Or do you look for an opportunity to blame someone else? <> I remember the day vividly. My boss (who has since become an important mentor) asked why I had dropped the ball on an important issue. I made an...
by CJ McClanahan | Jan 30, 2025 | Blog
Overachievers constantly strive for a sense of fulfillment, meaning, and mattering. 99.89% of our effort is pointless. Here’s what actually gets us what we want. <> I’ve coached hundreds of overachievers for more than 2 decades. And every year, I...
by CJ McClanahan | Jan 23, 2025 | Blog
As overachievers, we can unknowingly chase approval. Are you aware of who’s steering your life? <> Recently, I wondered how much different life would be if I cared less about impressing others. Would I work as hard? Spend more time helping those who are...
by CJ McClanahan | Jan 16, 2025 | Blog
Too many of us have developed an “overwhelmed” mindset. <> We’ve convinced ourselves that no matter how much is on our plate, we’re barely keeping our heads above water. When asked how life is treating us, we typically respond with “swamped, busy,...
by CJ McClanahan | Jan 9, 2025 | Blog
Instead of going for the “fix”, sit in stillness. The result might surprise you. <> You walk into Starbucks and there are 3 people in front of you (likely a 3–5-minute wait). What do you do? I’ve asked this question many times over the years and...
by CJ McClanahan | Jan 2, 2025 | Blog
To find joy, Overachievers tend to focus their efforts on tasks and recognition. The problem is the approach just doesn’t stick. <> As long as you have the means to provide for your basic necessities, you can be as content as anyone on the planet. The...
