As a leadership coach, I usually write about topics that have a clear business focus. The thing is, leaders are people living full lives. Going along with that, they frequently seek coaching on issues that span professional and personal spheres. Here’s an issue many grapple with: “I run a tight […]
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Want the Brass Ring? Act Like a Dude
Career transition is coming up as a topic for a number of my clients these days. For female clients in particular, the process of looking for a new role often sets off a spiral of crippling self-doubt. Once triggered, this loop of self-sabotagery goes something like this: “There is no […]
Engagement, Fire Ant Style
I’ve seen teamwork produce astounding results; I have also seen it fail miserably. Why? A lot of people like to blame the leader – and in some circumstances, that’s fair; but even the most talented leaders can’t fix everything. Researchers have been looking into one enduring example of teamwork in […]
Think You’re a Good Listener? Think Again.
Let’s say a colleague or employee bends your ear about something that’s really bothering them. Which of the following responses sound like something you would say? -Educating: “You know, this could end up being a very positive experience for you if you just …” -Consoling: “It wasn’t your fault; you […]
New Job? Choose the Future.
In this series on kicking butt in your new job, I’ve been sharing advice that will help you impress your boss early, build your brain trust, and avoid making rookie mistakes. Today’s post is about taking care of yourself. If you’re like most people, starting a new job can be […]
New Job? Know Your Sources of Insight and Get Up to Speed Fast
A key theme in rocking your new job is investing adequate time and effort into acquiring the critical tribal knowledge that lies at the heart of your new organization; in other words, the “how” of getting things done. This post shares seven sources of insight you can use to quickly […]