passion Archives - Alana M. Hill, PMP, CSP

Reigniting a ‘dimmed spark’
Reigniting a ‘dimmed spark’

Reigniting a ‘dimmed spark’

Update (May 2026): Why This Conversation Matters Even More Now Since this article was first published, new research from Gallup reinforces what many leaders are already feeling—engagement isn’t just challenged, it’s declining. According to Gallup’s latest findings, global employee engagement has declined for the second consecutive year, with only about 20% of employees engaged worldwide. In the U.S., engagement remains at just 31%, down from a peak of 36% in 2020. That represents millions fewer employees bringing energy, focus, and [...]

By Alana Hill|2026-05-08T10:35:06-05:00January 24th, 2024|Leading|0 Comments

I stepped out on faith — you can too
I stepped out on faith — you can too

I stepped out on faith — you can too

Where does change happen? It feels like change is all around us, an external force buffeting us around like a leaf on the wind. Real change, however, is internal. It happens within us and we have the power to control it, even when it feels like we control nothing else. Often, significant change starts with an inkling that we can do ‘more’ in our roles and responsibilities. It’s OK to admit you want more out of your career, your role, [...]

By Alana Hill|2023-08-01T09:18:32-05:00March 29th, 2022|Leading|0 Comments

What’s stopping you from achieving your goals?
What’s stopping you from achieving your goals?

What’s stopping you from achieving your goals?

Why do we fail? There’s research to say only 8% of people who set New Year’s goals actually achieve them. A recent online program I completed started off by telling students that only 30% of participants would complete the studies. A PwC study of over 10,640 projects found that only a very small proportion of companies – 2.5% – completed 100% of their projects successfully. […]

By Alana Hill|2023-08-01T09:18:33-05:00March 17th, 2022|Leading|0 Comments

Now Is The Time To Recommit To Your Catalysts
Now Is The Time To Recommit To Your Catalysts

Now Is The Time To Recommit To Your Catalysts

I can’t believe it is already November! We are on the threshold of Thanksgiving. Christmas and the holidays will be here before we know it. It is so easy to lose motivation and clarity at this time of the year. We’re closing in on the final lap and feeling tired, but that final lap is where races are won and lost. Finishing strong, with a clear mind and open heart, will enable us to launch into 2022 with energy and [...]

By Alana Hill|2021-11-03T22:28:11-05:00November 3rd, 2021|Leading|0 Comments

Putting purpose to work
Putting purpose to work

Putting purpose to work

Ten years into my career with oilfield services giant Schlumberger, I had a series of pivotal moments that were to change my life. One of these moments was a trip to the continent of Africa that completely changed the way I viewed myself, my responsibilities, and my capabilities. Combined with other significant events in my life in 2005 – including achieving my PMP certification and the confidence that came with the credential – it was clear I had found my [...]

By Alana Hill|2021-04-22T07:09:24-05:00April 18th, 2021|Leading|0 Comments