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If you’re not grateful for stress – you miss the point!

March 20, 2017 By Chip Valutis

If you're not grateful for stress - you miss the point

It's that time of the year again. The nail-biting, hand-wringing, buzzer-beating, stress-packed world of March Madness! We've seen just two rounds played, but I'm struck by the amount of pressure these "kids" endure when they step onto the court. The world is watching - the stakes are huge. While most people try to avoid stress, these kids wouldn't trade it for the … [Read more...]

9 Life Lessons Honky-Tonks Can Teach You

March 7, 2017 By Chip Valutis

9 Life Lessons Honky-Tonks Can Teach You

Life Lessons are everywhere. The task is to slow down and find them. The trick is to apply them to your situation. Let's see how the lessons I observed can be applied to you! This winter I'm working from Nashville. As expected - this town is amazing! What I didn't expect was the amount of inspiration to be found on every corner and in every Honky-Tonk (and there are a lot of … [Read more...]

Have you made the mistake of putting your career on Autopilot?

February 7, 2017 By Chip Valutis

Have you made the mistake of putting your career on Autopilot-

"Ladies and gentlemen, this is your pilot speaking. While it was a little choppy climbing out, we successfully reached our cruising altitude and anticipate a smooth flight from here. We invite you to sit back, relax and enjoy the flight..." You have heard this announcement many times. Chances are - you complied with it just as often. Nothing better than having the "hard" … [Read more...]

5 Ways to Ensure You Never Become Just a “Wanna-be”

January 24, 2017 By Chip Valutis

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What started as a nice "catch-up" lunch, soon led to the stark realization I was just a Wanna-be! I'm writing this article to ensure it doesn't happen to you. I didn't see it coming, but before I knew it, I was just one of the multitude - a Wanna-be. Let me explain.... I consider myself a busy guy. Granted, I'm not a Mach 1-hair-on-fire guy every day, but there isn't grass … [Read more...]

Want to Dramatically Improve your Leadership Skills – Shut Up!

January 18, 2017 By Chip Valutis

Want to Dramatically Improve your Leadership Skills- Listen

Do you spend the majority of your day fighting fires and directing traffic? If so, you know how hard leadership can be.  I'm sure you can relate: Things must get done, efforts fall behind.  You can't wait for others to 'figure it out' or 'step up to the plate' so you jump in and take action. The irony is - it works (at least it for awhile). You push others over the finish … [Read more...]

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About Chip Valutis

About Chip

As a Psychologist working in industry, I have heard and seen it all.

I’ve worked with Fortune 500 Companies as well as smaller, entrepreneurial enterprises. I coach CEOs and first time leaders. I develop new leadership teams and/or help teams who have lost their effectiveness. I work at an organizational level addressing complex systemic challenges and at an individual level helping leaders learn to lead.

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If You Forget How to “Play in Pain” – You’ll Hate Yourself Later

The NFL Playoffs have begun! I love seeing and feeling the passion in a Playoff game - the intensity is palatable. This week, I was also struck by the intensity and power of the hits players … Continue Reading

A Simple Cure for Holiday Stress - Could it work for you?

A Simple Cure for Holiday Stress – Could it work for you?

The Christmas Chaos has begun. For several weeks now, the list of tasks, chores and to-do's has been quietly accumulating. The big, stressful finish is just 12 days away! Am I smiling and singing all … Continue Reading

The 5 Levels of Leadership How to Identify and Improve Yours

The 5 Levels of Leadership – How to Identify and Improve Yours

Last week, I interviewed a job candidate and asked about her "Master Plan" - in other words, where she intended her career to go. Without a pause - she said: "I want to get into leadership." Doing my … Continue Reading

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