Coach Lisa Fisher, Speaker, Trainer, Coach

09/07/2026

Today, we celebrate the people who show up and do the work.

The people who build, repair, create, lead, solve problems, and keep our communities moving forward.

Labor Day is a good reminder that meaningful work takes more than skill. It takes commitment, perseverance, teamwork, and pride in what you do.

To everyone who gets up every day and puts their hands, heart, and talent into their work—thank you.

And to the leaders who are investing in the people coming behind them: keep going. The future of our workforce depends on it.

Happy Labor Day!

09/04/2026

Sometimes the smallest shift in how we communicate can make a significant difference in who we reach.

During a recent Taste of Coaching experience with MissionsFilled, we talked about something that applies to nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations alike: being passionate about what you do isn’t always enough if the people who need you don’t understand how to connect with you.

We talked about identifying who you’re really trying to reach, communicating consistently, following up, telling the personal stories behind the work, and making the next step clear.

One of my favorite parts of coaching is watching someone realize that growth doesn’t always require starting over.

Sometimes it begins by taking what is already working and becoming more intentional with it.

09/03/2026

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how easily we fill our calendars without stopping to ask whether everything on them truly belongs there.

Being busy isn’t the same as being effective—and protecting our energy is an important part of leading well.

I wrote more about this in this week’s article. I’d love to hear your thoughts.

This morning, I received one of those requests many of us get: Could you help with one more thing? A conversation with a business partner reminded me how easily we take for granted the energy required to do our daily work. And then we add more—another meeting, another obligation, another commitmen...

09/01/2026

What changes when you stop questioning whether you belong in the room and start recognizing the strengths you already bring into it?

That’s part of the conversation we’re having at our next Rise & Thrive:

Authenticity – Your Greatest Strength: Moving Beyond Imposter Syndrome.

Join Shelley Davis Boyd and Nikki Thompson for a conversation about showing up authentically, recognizing your value, and moving beyond the internal doubts that can keep even highly capable women second-guessing themselves.

Wednesday, September 16

8:30–10:00 a.m.

Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce

$25 registration — proceeds benefit The Nest

Register here: https://bit.ly/4yxCPSc?r=qr

09/01/2026

Strong employees don’t automatically become confident leaders the moment they’re given more responsibility.

They need opportunities to strengthen communication, decision-making, accountability, and the everyday skills that help a team work well together.

The Next Gen Leadership Academy was created to give emerging leaders practical tools they can take directly back to the workplace.

October 29 & 30 and November 3
3355 Dunckel Rd.,

Registration is open. See the QR code on the flyer, or contact Lisa Fisher Associates at 517-648-7523 for information.

08/27/2026

Sharing on behalf of the Michigan Women's Commission:

Uncomfortable Community Conversations: The Pause
The Small Business Association of Michigan Women’s Business Council hosts dynamic, recurring networking and educational events known as Uncomfortable Community Conversations. These sessions—frequently hosted by Kim Bode of 8THIRTYFOUR—are designed to tackle vital, often overlooked topics affecting female entrepreneurs, professionals, and the workplace.

This Uncomfortable Conversation is about what perimenopause and menopause looks like, what women need to know, what legal accommodations employers are required to make, and what all of this means for business owners and the people who work for them. This isn’t just a women’s health issue; it’s a workplace issue, a business issue, and a conversation that is long overdue.

Date & Time: Thursday, September 24 from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Location: 8THIRTYFOUR Learning Hub | 1365 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids

https://8thirtyfour.com/uncomfortable-conversations/

08/26/2026

Have you ever walked into a room knowing you were qualified, yet still wondered whether you truly belonged there? You are not alone.

Join us for Rise & Thrive: Authenticity—Your Greatest Strength: Moving Beyond Imposter Syndrome. Shelley Davis Boyd and Nikki Thompson will share practical insight to help women recognize self-doubt, move beyond it, and lead with greater confidence and authenticity.

Wednesday, September 16
8:30–10:00 a.m.
Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce
$25 registration, with proceeds benefiting The Nest

Invite a friend or colleague and join us for a meaningful morning of connection and growth.

08/25/2026

Back-to-school season is a great reminder that learning and growth shouldn’t stop when we leave the classroom.

The Next Gen Leadership Academy gives emerging leaders practical tools to communicate confidently, manage competing demands, strengthen their teams, and create greater impact on the job.

Who is ready to take the next step in leadership?

October 29–30 and November 3, 2026
3355 Dunckel Rd., Lansing

Please scan the QR code on the flyer to register. For discount opportunities, call Lisa Fisher Associates at 517-648-7523.

lisafisherassociates.com
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08/21/2026

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to incorporate “speed dating” into a training session—and it was such a powerful experience.

For every person who reaches out to inquire about my services, I conduct a needs analysis. This allows us to create a program that truly serves their needs, rather than me telling them what I think they need.

What started as a request for a goal-setting session took a 360-degree turn.

As this particular client described his vision, it became clear that this was about so much more than setting goals. He wanted collaboration across divisions. He wanted to break down silos. He wanted his team to feel excitement and ownership around creating initiatives that could be achieved across departments.

What we created: A Culture of ONE.

We explored what it looks like to operate and function as ONE organization.

Then came “speed dating.” Beyond simply knowing what each department does, participants had conversations around a much bigger question: What can we do together to help one another achieve our initiatives?

Finally, participants broke into their divisions to identify what they could do to help fulfill the director’s vision, the initiatives they wanted to move forward, and which departments they could collaborate with to make them happen.

This extended far beyond goal setting. It became an opportunity to bring to life a five-year vision the director has been working to create.

What an honor it was to listen—to truly hear the desires behind his vision, understand where he wants to take his team, create the experience alongside him, and then have the opportunity to deliver it.

Thank you, Lee, for trusting me with your team!

08/19/2026

In leadership, energy is one of our most important resources, yet many of us spend it as if a full calendar is the same as meaningful progress. This article explores why creating margin, setting boundaries, and protecting what matters most are essential to leading with greater clarity, presence, and purpose.

This morning, I received one of those requests many of us get: Could you help with one more thing? A conversation with a business partner reminded me how easily we take for granted the energy required to do our daily work. And then we add more—another meeting, another obligation, another commitmen...