Why this strategy sometimes causes confusion. And what you can do to restore clarity. Because we’re a technology group, we always need to explore different directions to keep ahead of our fast changing marketplace. We’ve found that one of the most effective ways to explore innovative strategies is to do what Jim Collins in his…
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The Three Signs of a Miserable Job
I recently finished reading Patrick Lencioni’s book, “The Three Signs of a Miserable Job”, and I recommend that everyone read it, and no, it’s not about what you might think. I am consistently amazed that seemingly simple concepts come across as revolutionary. I think it’s a good thing because books like this one are encouraging a…
The Big Letdown
What to do when you tried (you really did!) and someone did not come through. Part 2 in a 2-part series about Conflict (Part 1: Conflict Happens: How to Make or Break a Relationship) Joseph Grenny told an interesting story about a guy that he cared for that had lived a wayward life. He…
Conflict Happens: How to Make or Break a Relationship
Trust. Suspicion. And why a single conversation can make (or break) a relationship. Part 1 of a 2-part series about conflict Erik Barnlund and Emilie Shoop discussing conflict. Have you ever been in a conversation that felt more like a sparring match than a productive discussion? We’ve all been involved in them, often when there’s…
Let’s Get Vulnerable
How Being Comfortable With Weaknesses Builds Functional Leadership Teams “What was your most embarrassing moment in life?” “What did you want to be when you grow up and why?” These seem like unlikely questions to hear at a leadership meeting. But they might be the just the type of questions you want to ask…
