Who’s Got the Ball? And Other Lessons in Power Meetings Who’s Got the Ball? And Other Lessons in Power Meetings Recently, I joined a call with a potential vendor partner for a CRM solution. The invite was from them — to “discuss further” after a product demo. We all logged in, exchanged warm greetin...
Why “That’s How We’ve Always Done It” Might Be Your Biggest Blind Spot Why “That’s How We’ve Always Done It” Might Be Your Biggest Blind Spot The other day, a CXO client looked at me, exasperated, "I don’t get it. This exact same strategy worked last year. I’m not doing anything different… so why is...
Freebies vs. Fulfillment: The Changing Nature of Workplace Expectations Remember the days when beanbags, ping-pong tables, and an endless snack bar were the ultimate markers of a “cool” workplace? Well, today's workforce has come a long way. Today’s workforce is politely and sometimes not-so-politel...
The Power of Pause - Encouraging and Making Space for Silence This is Article 5 in the 8-part Building Psychological Safety Through Communication series. Quick recap so far: Article 1 looked at the unspoken contract and why people hold back. Article 2 showed how language mirrors culture. Article 3 t...
Unlocking the Power of High-Performing Teams in Adaptable Organization In today's fast-paced business world, how teams work together is crucial for success. While it’s tempting to think that high-performing individuals drive organizational performance, Adaptable Organizations understand that it's th...