Great Organization and Wonderful Life?
Building a great organization–one that is sustained, meaningful, rewarding, and valuable–doesn’t necessarily mean building a large organization. Living a wonderful life–one filled with freedom, happiness, …
obstacles
Gatekeeping
Most gatekeepers–those who would keep us out–are powerless. In the short term they throw up obstacles. But in the long term they’ve got nothing. Secretly …
We Can Always
When faced with big or continuous obstacles, we can say, “I can’t,” “This is impossible,” “That’s not the right process,” “There’s something wrong with me/you/them/it,” …
The General
The General is our internalized voice of external authority that tells us what to do. It “shoulds” all over us with edicts like, “You should …
What Power Is and Who Has It
Power is presence. It is the ability to stand calmly in front of any obstacle and, without trying, have it ease or melt away. Anything …
Irresponsible Optimism
Is it irresponsible optimism to say, “Yes, I acknowledge the obstacles. We are going to succeed nonetheless.”? Perhaps. And it is the only way anything meaningful …
What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
Despite commitments and good intentions, people regularly fail to do what they had said they would do. It is tempting to explain that their lack of moral …
To Galvanize and Sustain Real Change, Tell a Story
Facts, pleas, excitement, data, anger, politics, fear, outrage, logic. These are just some of the tools we use to influence others, to create change. They …
Pushy People, Success, and Obstacles
Successful people have a special relationship with obstacles: they push through them. Unlike people who are just pushy, angry, or demanding, the truly successful people …
Dirt-Simple Way Past Obstacles
Let’s say you want something in your career, business, or life. (Hint: if you are breathing, I guarantee you want something.) Maybe it’s more sales, …