Providing personal experience as someone who has walked in the shoes of her CEO clients, Lorraine Wiseman PhD, a 7-time past CEO and executive coach turned coach, explained in the piece that “CEOs often grapple with isolation… and that balancing internal and external perspectives, and learning to work through what limits a CEO’s visibility often requires external input, and this is where executive coaching comes into play.”

According to the publication 401K Specialist, 4.18 million people will reach retirement age in 2025. While this number is high as Baby Boomers continue to exit the workforce, the statistic of greater significant concern is that 28% of those retiring will struggle psychologically to the point of depression.

The national online business talk show, Entrepreneur Leadership Network, recently featured author and expert Lorraine Wiseman as a guest to speak about “The Retirement Generation: Are companies ready to support the transition?”

In a world inundated with discussions on unconscious bias, Shan Foster, former NBA player and CEO of Fostering Healthy Solutions, prompts us to confront our underlying assumptions. Whether it's crossing cultures or interacting with individuals from different regions, challenging stereotypes and embracing differences are crucial steps toward genuine inclusion and leveraging each person's unique strengths.

As the final quarter of 2018 approaches, I'm reminded of Walter Elliot's words: 'Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after the other.' Reflecting on my commitments for the year, I'm focused on delivering results one day, one week, one month at a time, striving towards my goals in personal, family, and business spheres. With a commitment to closing the year strong, I'll tackle challenges with persistence, inching closer to success, one step at a time.

Embarking on the Augusta 70.3 Ironman journey alongside my son and his girlfriend has shed light on the parallels between endurance training and business strategies, both demanding an abundance of GRIT. From embracing growth mindset to navigating adversity with resilience, trusting instincts, and maintaining unwavering tenacity, the Ironman pursuit mirrors the path to building and sustaining a successful enterprise. As I prepare to cross the finish line, I'm reminded that GRIT isn't just a trait; it's the cornerstone of achievement, whether in athletics or in the boardroom.