Blog
The latest insights on skills to build on and tools to sharpen professionally, as well as the value of professional coaching and mentoring, written by Emerging Trails founder, Martha Schmidt.
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New! Special Series on Leadership Competencies
Through a connection found in coaching and leadership competencies, Martha shares insights on skills to master that create a solid foundation for effective leadership.
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Before You Blame Accountability, Get Clear on Ownership
Frustration, stalled progress, duplicated effort, and resentment often point to the same underlying issue: unclear ownership. When people aren’t aligned on who’s responsible for decisions, next steps, and outcomes, even capable teams lose time and momentum. So why is it so hard to address, and how can we create clarity without making it personal?
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What Most Consulting Gets Wrong
Most consulting falls short, not because of bad advice, but because it stops there. This post explores a more effective approach rooted in engagement, trust, and connecting work to real business outcomes.
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What Coaching and Mentoring Offer in a Career Transition
Most people start a job search when entering a career transition. What’s often missing is a parallel path that brings direction, focus, and momentum to what’s next.
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Where Coaching and Mentoring Still Matter in an AI-Driven World
AI is a powerful tool for organizing your thinking and generating insight, but real progress often happens in conversation. This post explores where coaching and mentoring still matter, and why the fastest-growing leaders are using both.