Whose Expertise Do You Believe?
My expertise spans several dimensions. So does yours. Professionally, I’m an expert in many aspects of management and product development. Personally, since I’ve spent so much time in physical therapy…
Read moreWhen Can You Recognize and Avoid the Trap of Either/Or Thinking?
I hear a lot of “either/or” language in work situations: We “must” do this thing. Here’s an example: We’re not agile if we don’t do some practice, such as standups. We…
Read moreHow Much Stoicism Makes Sense for You?
Over the years, I’ve been reading about stoicism in small doses. (I can’t stand some of the acceptance nonsense.) I suspect I’m not a very good stoic. I’m too loud…
Read moreWhen Do We Decide to Persevere or Change?
As I write this in August 2020, the schools are planning how to open in the fall. And, the various college sports are trying to decide how or if they…
Read moreWhat’s the Problem: the Decision or the Outcome?
I listened to Marcus Blankenship’s podcast Finding Career Opportunities Through Experimentation with Josh Doody. During the podcast, Marcus said something like this (I’m paraphrasing): “I wonder which was the problem:…
Read moreHow Can You Prevent Your Fear From Limiting Your Options?
I’ve seen many people say, “We need to reopen the economy, now. We can’t afford more people out of work. We need to get the economy moving.” I’ve also seen…
Read moreHow Can You Use Your Fear or Vulnerability to Create Courage?
I was at a conference recently. The theme was about games (simulations) that would help create psychological safety. Psychological safety matters both at home and at work. I bet you’ve…
Read moreHow Many Options Can You Hold at One Time?
The more I learn about adaptability, the more I realize I need to generate several options. The options help me select a new response to the altered situation. And, every…
Read moreWhat Does Integrity Mean to You?
I meet a number of people who have great ideas. And, in order to “push” the ideas through the organization, they tell me that the ends justify the means. I…
Read moreCan You “Just” Anything?
Too often, I hear the word “just” when modifying a feeling. “Can’t you just shake it off?” Or, “Can’t you just move on?” Or, “Can you just go along with…
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