Thoughts on people, teams, organizations, communities, effectiveness and success
We all have many “parts” that sit within our one self; father, daughter, employee, leader, neighbor, worker, religious believer and maybe even a baseball fan. You get the idea.
Here’s another idea; what if you brought them all together in whatever you did – like your day job? One unified whole, not just a part you pull out of some trunk when you needed it and then tucked it back away after use.… Read the rest
There is no place like home. And when you want a break, sometimes there is no place like home alone.
Even with just my spouse, our engaging 9-year old son and one spunky canine pup at home, it can be a relief to have two out of the first three leave town so you have a break for yourself. When the ask – “Do you mind if we run up to Sugar Bowl for the last weekend of skiing?”… Read the rest
It happens all the time with work; the job offer, the investment opportunity, or the candidate you surfaced are great but the timing is wrong. So how do you say “no” and leave the door open to return?
Here’s one thought on how to keep the door open rather than permanently shut when you reject someone.
It starts, by the way, by having a clear bead on where you are, and what you’re looking for. … Read the rest
Not got milk, redemption. The substance is different but the concept’s the same.
Do you have what you you need in your life to grow?
Unless you’re oblivious, a narcissist, or the uncommonly lucky, everyone has career regrets. There are jobs not offered, “just” promotions denied, and layoffs that should have been someone else’s, not yours (or mine).… Read the rest
It happens. You think you’re set in your job and somebody else catches your boss’ eye.
They’re prettier (or more handsome) and project a better executive presence, or code better, and perhaps could charm the skin off a snake and sell better.
The next thing you know someone has been hired over you in the corporate hierarchy (“layered” is the HR term) and that secure feeling you had is gone south.… Read the rest
Should you behave (well) when you get fired?
Like many things in life – true whether you’re the CEO and/or founder, or the guy/gal handling the mail – it depends.
Here’s 4 things to consider:
What’s your goal? While it can feel good to tell people off, is it going to help you or hinder you?… Read the rest