It's inevitable that you'll have to chase people in todays world. Attention spans are fragmented and spread across more formats then ever before. So if you want to make change happen you will eventually have to remind someone of their commitment to you. Now you want to do it in a way that doesn't harm … Continue reading Chasing tone of voice
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Priorities in Decision Making
The seemingly infinite amount of choices these days can lead to a feeling of being overwhelmed when attempting decision making. If this is the case for you I find establishing personal priorities often aids decision making. For example if you had to travel to the airport for a flight there are a number of options … Continue reading Priorities in Decision Making
Could I add that?
It's January and Bob & Cindy have been handed a college essay that is due at the end of March. Cindy gets started on it that day. As she sits down a clever thought pops into her head and she asks the question 'Could I add that to this essay?' It would definitely improve her … Continue reading Could I add that?
When the plan fails
Today is the Munster final. Max and his team aren't anxious at all, they feel prepared, they have a plan. A well thought out plan, that they had worked on for the past month. But unfortunately that plan was based on the presumption that the weather would be good. And the weather today is awful. … Continue reading When the plan fails
Control
If you'd like to control every minor detail of a team project you certainly can, it just requires sacrificing a few things. Namely: Productivity Initiative Trust Morale and all of your spare time to name a few.
Justifying poor behavior
To justify your bad behavior is to recommit to them. It means taking a step away from admitting fault and a step towards hardening your resolve to the bad behavior. A good way to spot these justifications is when your opinion isn't aligned with others as to the consequences of your actions.
Meetings
Meetings are like surgery you hope it will be quick, painless and effective.
Writing it down
If you don't write it down, the likelihood of that great idea being implemented decreases by the minute.
Can you get me apples?
Can you get apples for me? Vs Can you get me 10 Granny Smith apples from Murphy's, have Dan himself pick them and have them bright and shiny in the office kitchen at 3pm this Friday? The problem with the first question is that it leaves you wide open to misinterpretation: 2 apples? Green or … Continue reading Can you get me apples?
Perspective
It helps a great deal in the right situation. If you've suffered a setback it always helps to add some perspective to your view. 'Well at least I still I have my health' The process of taking a step back and finding the silver lining really helps when you're feeling down. Whether as if you've … Continue reading Perspective
