I sat across the table from a very successful business leader at a casual lunch. He expressed confidence that the services previously offered by True Course were very important to his business – the survival of his business. He enumerated several services…
A friend told me about a recent experience he had, and it resonated so strongly with my regular experiences in coaching and mentoring that I thought I’d share it. We’ll call him John (not his real name). John works for…
I listen to understand what those around me seem to be experiencing in their lives. At the start of this new year, two experiences come to mind. If I ask almost anyone, “How’s it going?” or listen long enough, I…
If you aren’t already busy and stressed, this season of the year can push you to the edge if you let it. Unfortunately, you can become unaware or numb to your state of busyness and stress. Please consider these statements…
Just now, you delivered crucially important, timely instructions -- again. But saying it doesn't mean the message you intended got through. How can you be sure that your message gets through in your everyday interactions? Multiply the number of employees…
Anything else you say about values, priorities, or what you need to do is idle chatter to ease the pain of lost purpose and misplaced priorities. If you feel overwhelmingly busy, have more than you can do in the time…
Psychological safety can exist (or not) between two or more individuals. It is studied most in corporate settings but is important for any team or group to be effective, including a family. Amy Edmondson (2014) defines psychological safety as individuals’…
You may assume that all the thoughts and impressions crossing your mind have a basis in truth and rationality. Not true. Your brain can be a source of confusion, false beliefs, and false assumptions that can negatively impact relationships, cause…
So how often is it? Daily? Several times daily? Everyone does it occasionally, and then asks, “Why did I agree to do this?” The reason is usually complex. You feel put on the spot. You have a bad case of…
What have you deconstructed lately? When it comes to your beliefs or opinions, deconstruction is challenging but very important for continually improving the quality of your life, relationships, and general ability to live in the world. Deconstruction is the beginning…
