Mindful Work
by Roberta Dombrowski
Helping 500+ leaders who are looking to shift from surviving to thriving at work. Subscribe to get monthly stories about leadership, creativity, and mindfulness.
🌱 Springing into April 🌱
Hey Reader, It is my absolute favorite time of year! As the days grow longer and the air warmer, I’m reminded of things happening below the surface - much like a gardener witnessing sprouts first breaking through the soil to reveal the culmination of weeks of unseen growth. Speaking of unseen growth, I’ve been quietly working behind the scenes refining my coaching practice. Over the past 2 months, I’ve been immersed in work with my own coach and I’m thrilled to share the exciting direction...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
What it really means to assume positive intent
Hey Reader, Exciting news - I passed my coaching certification exam earlier this month after a 2 year journey. Being on this path and supporting leaders like you has truly been a gift. The exam experience was quite an adventure. I had to clear out my office, snap pics, and then face a proctor with an unexpected aggressive tone who was suspicious of a paper towel underneath my tea cup. Immediately after I was thrown into a virtual exam room with a ticking timer. In that moment, I could feel...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Embracing rest and community in 2024
Hey Reader, Welcome to 2024! It’s that time of the year again - a fresh start, a new beginning. I don’t know about you but I’ve been noticing an energy shift. A sense of electricity mixed with fatigue. After an ankle surgery in December, I’ve been on a journey of recovery. My heart and mind are bursting with ideas for 2024, but my body is telling me to take it easy. A reminder that sometimes the best plans involve some rest. Winter is a time for rest. The days get shorter and our energy turns...
4 months ago • 1 min read
An intentional end to the year
Hey Reader, Hope this message finds you well. As the year winds down, I’m taking a moment to reflect on the past and set intentions for the future - a practice that consistently deepens my learning, fuels gratitude, and allows me to consciously shape the path ahead. In 2023, I made the bold move to jump headfirst into coaching. I took the plunge in January, leaving my executive full-time role behind. Looking back, it’s clear that coaching is my hearts work, a guiding thread throughout my...
6 months ago • 1 min read
What are you grateful for?
Hey Reader, With Thanksgiving just around the corner in the United States, it’s a wonderful time to redirect our focus toward the things we’re grateful for. Around our dinner table, I’ve made it a tradition to ask each person something they’re grateful for. Sure, sometimes my family rolls their eyes and gives me that “you’re crazy” look, but once we start sharing, the connection between us deepens. If you haven’t tried this tradition, I encourage you to take some time for yourself and your...
6 months ago • 1 min read
Reflect, recharge, and embrace the journey
Hey Reader, This month has been nothing short of a whirlwind. I recently spent an incredible two weeks in Spain on my honeymoon with my husband. It was the longest vacation I’ve ever taken, and it provided me with invaluable space to reflect on where I am at this moment. Right now, I’m embarking on a new adventure as Research Partner at Maze. It’s an exciting transition, and I’m thrilled to share my journey with you. Also, it’s my birthday tomorrow, and in the next month, I’ll be taking my...
7 months ago • 2 min read
On Transitions
Hey Reader, Transitions are really hard. As I sit here, a few days into Autumn, I can’t help but notice the crispness in the air and the colors of the changing leaves. Fall happens to be my favorite season, but this year, the transition feels like a sudden jolt to the system. Transitions are the messy middle ground between what was and what's to come. Right now, I find myself in the middle of two significant transitions: I’m in the final week of an intensive 6-month coaching certification...
8 months ago • 2 min read
Embracing the seasons of your career
Hey Reader, This month marks the start to my favorite time of the year: Fall. The days start to get shorter, the mornings become crisp, an abundance of apple cider donuts and changing of the leaves. I always look forward to the shift in seasons. Just like the rhythm of nature, change is the constant in life and our professional paths. It’s within these shifting seasons that we find opportunities to learn, evolve, and thrive. What opportunities would you like to create for yourself during this...
9 months ago • 2 min read
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