Slow Down to Speed Up
We need to influence other people’s actions every day. To do so, we usually try what I call “going faster to speed up.” We tell, …
My Favorite Word
My younger son loves to ask questions. His favorite questions are ones that start, “What’s your favorite…?” These are hard questions to answer because I …
Why Organizations Fail – Another Symptom
In the previous post, I said that organizations often fail because they are focused on the wrong things. Symptoms include people arguing over how something …
Why Organizations Fail
Organizations often fail because they focus on the wrong things. When you see any group (leadership team, functional team, sports team, board, entire organization, family, …
Meaningful Work and Money
Meaningful work and money are not mutually exclusive. Not by a long shot. Having all the money you want is part of the definition of …
Invest in Good Thoughts
Effectiveness Habit #2 is titled “Feel good. Then act.” This habit reminds us that taking action when you feel bad leads to less than optimal …
When to Try a Win-Win Solution
Whenever you notice animosity, tension, argument, politics, retaliation, bad feelings, obstruction, rejection, fear, criticism, or judgment in you or in others, it is time to …
How Do You Value Your Career?
A client recently said, “I am what I do.” Hmm. Your career is meant to be fulfilling. It should be a source of energy, pride, …
The Challenge of the Checkbox
We like crossing things off our lists of tasks, ticking the box. When we cross off things on our lists, we get a brief sense …
Meaningful, Fulfilling Work
What does it take to have meaningful, fulfilling work? Many experts say you must know and follow your passion. Yes. Passion is important. But, as …