Feeling Stuck?
Years ago, I tried reading and implementing David Allen’s Getting Things Done system, with hit-or-miss success. Although I gave up on much of the David Allen GTD system, one of my favorite books is by him. “Ready for Anything: 52…
Let’s End 2019 Well and Start 2020 Strong!
As we find ourselves in this breather between Christmas and the new year, below is an exercise to help you take time to pause and reflect, before turning your focus forward to your upcoming objectives for the new year.
Handling the White-Water of Change
Handling leadership changes can be unsettling at best, and frustrating and emotionally draining at worst. If you’re a leader helping your team stay focused during these times, composure (the ability to handle stress) and empathy are critical for navigating changes…
Perception and Truth — Sometimes Worlds Apart
“The key to conversation at work is flexibility and understanding how what you say might be perceived by others.” —Deborah Tannen It’s amazing, and slightly disheartening, how quickly sensationalism travels while the truth seems to take painstakingly long to emerge….
What’s the Most Important Step for Assessment Reviews & Coaching?
How do you help a new or current employee gain the most from the feedback they’ve received via the Winslow Assessment (or whatever assessment you use), and your coaching? Answer: Always schedule a one-on-one session with each individual to review…
Helping Employees Understand the Four Stages of Behavior Change
Helping employees adopt a mindset for positive behavioral change can be a challenge. Positive and negative behaviors affect an individual’s productivity and communications, team functions, and interactions with clients. Performance-based behavioral assessments are helpful tools to identify the strengths and…