You’ve just had a run in with (let’s call him) Frank – the office blowhard. He’s stolen 10 precious minutes of your life blabbing on about his daughter who won the soccer tournament and how he’s the coach of the team, and his wife just got a promotion at work, and they are planning a… [Read More]
Playing the generosity card (when you’ve been dealt a hand of scarcity)
It’s a New Year! You may be looking forward to a fresh start, new possibilities and another chance to reach your dreams and goals. You probably also took a look back into 2017 to see where you nailed it, and where you missed that mark by a mile. You’ve regrouped, redirected, and recommitted. You’re ready… [Read More]
The Struggle is Real! (or is it?)
Humans struggle. We fret. We worry. But do we have to suffer through each and every struggle? Could we instead be energized and enriched by the mountains we have to climb? Could we even get excited about the obstacles in our way? Could we be grateful? As a human who struggles in my own life… [Read More]
When You Learn Your Valued Employee is a Jerk! ZOINK!
What if you woke up one day to learn your most valued employee has left your team? Does your stomach tighten when you think he might get a better offer and leave? Does the thought of him striking out on his own leaving you high and dry, make you break out in a cold sweat?… [Read More]
My Boss is a Micromanager
Would you like me to explain it one more time before I go to lunch? Did you remember to crosscheck, double check and check again? Are you going to make the deadline? Can I see it before it goes out? If you work for a micromanager, I’m guessing you’re exhausted (and a little pissed off… [Read More]
They Already Know Your Weak Points (Let them help you get stronger)
You may think that nobody notices your weak points. In fact, many of us think we can wave a magic wand persuading others to focus on our strengths by covering up our weaknesses. But like a sleight of hand trick gone awry, our attempts to distract merely focus a spotlight on what we are trying… [Read More]
When You work for a Decision Maker who won’t Decide…
You have a boss who is brilliant, talented, gracious and empathetic. An out of the box thinker who’s open to your ideas. In fact, your boss is urging you to take the lead, until it’s time for the final decision. And then he asks you to please “run it by me.” And those words land… [Read More]
