We talk about it – strive for it but – what is work/life balance? According to Wikipedia, it is: a concept including the proper prioritization between work (career and ambition) and lifestyle (health, pleasure, leisure, family.) When we looked up the...
In my work with individuals and teams, we often begin with the question “What problem are we trying to solve?” This simple question can generate a strong reaction. Based on the position in the hierarchy, experience, preferences aspirations and the like, different...
There is an old Vermont joke in which two farmers are listening to a politician’s campaign speech. One of the farmers turns to the other and asks, “What is he talking about?” “He don’t say!” his friend responds. While this always generated a chuckle,...
This provocative thought is a useful jumping off point for people who aspire to alter their leadership capacity or approach. There are competing theories on the origins of personality. It makes sense that, despite your genetic make-up, your progressively successful...
One of the most powerful seductions happens all around us – and yet goes unnoticed for what it is – a way to get us to do things that we are not likely to do on our own. In fact, you may have been under its influence and not noticed! If you have looked...
