Hate is a strong word. But when you manage projects and lead teams, it’s easy to hate constraints. “If only we had more time. Or money. Or people. Or __________. Then we could deliver.” Constraints limit our options, and by limiting us, they hold us back from getting better results. Or do they? Scott Sonenshein... Continue Reading →
Take Back Your Lunch!
"Invite that person in Marketing to lunch? What are you talking about, Andy! I don't even take a lunch!" I've had that conversation with many executive coaching clients. As we talk about the importance of developing relationships (the essence of our keynote entitled "The Dirty Little Secret of Business"), I often recommend using lunch as... Continue Reading →
"I’m not cheating! I’m showing my genius!"
I couldn't help but see the irony of two headlines on my browser homepage this morning. The first is a reference to Bernard Madhoff, that he will plead guilty to swindling people out of billions of dollars through his Ponzi scheme.How refreshing. Finally, a criminal who isn't claiming he's a victim....The second headline reads "Why... Continue Reading →
