Knowing everything can change in an instant can be good or bad, depending on your state of mind. Helen Keller was an American author, political activist, lecturer, and advocate for disability rights who lost her sight and hearing at 19 months old due to illness. She became the first deafblind person in the United States […]
It’s never a you vs. them problem. It’s always a you and them problem. In every relationship challenge there are always two sides. When facing a relationship problem, the accountability approach asks: “How am I contributing to the problem I am complaining about?” This question implies a commitment to look at your side of the […]
Signs to watch for: Lack of motivation Feeling unfulfilled Lack of growth opportunities Feeling undervalued and unappreciated Stagnant skill set – your skills are underused Negative, toxic work environment Work-life imbalance A gut feeling that you’ve evolved into the wrong place These are emotional signs that indicate a need for a change, but they don’t […]
In a recent coaching session, a leader, who is very caring and in touch with his people, told me of a recent exchange he had with one of his team members where he outlined his expectations for the role he was in. The expectations didn’t seem excessive to me, but the employee responded with a […]
Sharing mistakes can foster a culture of learning, trust, and psychological safety within an organization. When leaders openly discuss their errors, it encourages team members to take risks, be innovative, and learn from failures without fear of punishment. Sharing mistakes demonstrates confidence, promotes humility, fosters collaboration, and improves performance through better problem-solving and faster resolution […]
Communication involves talking and listening and is foundational to leadership. Ideally, An ideal ratio is 2:1 where you listen at least twice as much as talk. That’s why we have two ears and only one mouth. I talk excessively when: I feel compelled to showcase my expertise and knowledge. I’m anxious and feel a lack […]
