It’s a wonderful (work) life
When addressing organizational pain points, the answers are almost always defined in terms of talent and culture. Our people need …
Tag Archives: Leadership
A Leadership Lesson, 108 Years and 17 Minutes in the Making
The Chicago Cubs are baseball’s champions, having recently won the World Series, ending a 108 year drought. As one of …
Trust, and Confidence
I was in a management meeting several years ago, supporting my client, the regional VP. In the meeting, the VP …
Baffling
The company was under performing. There were recent layoffs, and rumors of more. The office of the CEO scheduled a …
My Predicament Is Not My Problem
A predicament is a difficult, perplexing, or trying situation, according to my good friend Merriam Webster. And I learn from my …
Not Pretty
Pablo Picasso was painting Gertrude Stein’s portrait. Gertrude said, “I don’t look like that.” Picasso replied, “You will.” – Cited …
Big Buts
The people follow the example of those above them. – Chinese Proverb We do, don’t we? I mean, sure; there …
Seeking Respect
In May, 1981, seven of us crowded into the tiny bedroom of my rented apartment in Mumbai. I had decided …
Catching Capability
Wow! Is that not cool or what! Next year’s Puppy Bowl MVP! That talented beagle is going to help us …
Not Simpler
“Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler.” — Albert Einstein Let’s talk performance management. What; no? …
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