I remember my relief when hearing the words “Good Enough!” from a boss a long time ago. Previous bosses were often asking for more, getting upset when the product was delivered with minor errors, even when an impossible deadline was met. Ahhhhh! To err is human. What a relief to hear a leader acknowledge a …
“It’s Good Enough”: A Valuable Lesson In Leadership Read More »
In the throws of passion for an idea, you may find yourself in a monologue: Just one more point to convince him that approach X is by far the best! You’re now on a roll…and your listener is shutting down fast. If you’re the silent type, there’s no need to read on. A person of …
I don’t know if you’ve experienced the same phenomenon in your life, but I know that in mine, I can only see clearly when looking back. It’s only once out of Denial that I can actually see I was in Denial, and only once out of Resistance I can see I was resisting a particular change …
One of the hidden benefits of being a coach is that as we help others grow through their detours and bumps, we start questioning our own thought patterns and behaviours. Of course, during the coaching session, it’s important for me to turn the volume down on my own experience as I focus on my client, …
Is It Time to Get Off The Merry-Go-Round? Find Your Blind Spots First Read More »
It started with a commanding tone requesting her presence. Her previous manager had usually asked her when she would be available that week or that day to meet with him. Maybe the new boss was simply more direct, or she was too sensitive. The feeling of discomfort stayed. Next came requirements that were impossible to …
3 Key Elements to Setting Boundaries With a Difficult Boss Read More »
A few nights ago, the temperature had dropped dramatically, and I was feeling blue despite sitting in front of a fireplace with a good book in hand. My mind kept looking for a problem to solve. So I decided to take a drastic measure! I started a list of everything I like about my life. My …
For as long as I have known Jim, he has worn orange clothing. When you are an athlete who runs from dawn to dusk in all weather, you need to wear super bright colours to caution vehicles to slow down or give you a wide berth. All his friends tease him about his orange sneakers, …
From Annoyance to Acceptance (or the Tale of the Orange Jacket) Read More »
2017 is an opportunity to start fresh with a strong intention, one that clearly announces your desired direction for this new year. Mine is to make workplaces and relationships healthier, safer and happier by opening the doors for genuine conversations – one person, one team, one assembly at a time. What is new on …
Happy New Year! To Your Health and Happiness in 2017 Read More »
We worked in tandem: my client was the communicator in the corridors, the tireless weaver of goodwill holding the organization together. I was their group facilitator and coach who opened the space for genuine conversations, and ensured it stayed open whenever the teams met. The organization itself was at a crossroads. Due to changes in …
How to Build Trust After the Upheaval: One Conversation at a Time Read More »
There are a few names coaches give to this human phenomenon: the gremlins, the internal saboteurs, negative chatter. I affectionately call it the backseat driver. Have you experienced the frustration of a backseat driver? They may be well meaning, but…. “I think you should turn left here. Why didn’t you turn left?” “You’re driving too …
Note to your backseat driver: “I’ll handle the driving, thank you!” Read More »