I’ve yet to have an employee say that I didn’t give them all the information I could in my 20-plus-year career. Even in the most extreme cases, including lawsuits, employees made it known that I took their concerns seriously and provided a level of transparency they weren’t accustomed to.
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Four Feet- The Power of Small Shifts
Jun 1, 2022
Consider the small changes you might make that would change your life or someone else’s in a significant way. Changes that would impact the people you lead in a positive way.
Preserve and Protect Your Legacy
May 1, 2022
Few things hit as hard as a loved one dying. What do you do? One of the first things people do is notify others that the person has died. Then, the funeral planning begins. After that, closing out final affairs is a priority. If the person had a trust or will, it might be easier to close out those affairs, but keep in mind that there is so much not addressed in those documents.
Perpetual Coaching
Mar 1, 2022
Where would Serena Williams, Tiger Woods, LeBron James or the National Debate Tournament champions be without coaches? And, what if they were limited to three-to-six-month coaching contracts?
Recovery time of a toddler
Feb 1, 2022
I find myself envious that my toddler can have an utter and complete meltdown, and moments later, it’s as if it never happened.
My Life, My Path. Are You In?
Jan 1, 2022
Have you seen the Amazon commercial that profiles an employee whose education was financially supported, even though it was unrelated to his role at the company? That...
I Hate Onions
Nov 30, 2021
Even though I hate onions, I don’t judge those who love them. Just don’t breathe in my direction after you’ve eaten a big pile of those nasty bits. Happy holidays!
Psychological Safety in the Interview Process
Nov 1, 2021
Time to interview! Whose palms are sweaty? Likely the candidate’s, and maybe yours too as the hiring manager. I remember when I first started interviewing candidates.
Escaping the Productivity Matrix: Balance or Flow
Oct 1, 2021
Is productivity a trigger word for you? Do you feel a slight pinch or huge weight when you think about how to get the most out of each day? Some believe balance is the key. I like the idea of flow.
Leading Yourself and Others in a Time of Grief
Sep 1, 2021
Most likely everyone in your professional and social circles are dealing with grief and loss right now. How can you effectively lead them and yourself through these challenging times?