Feedback that inspires

Warren Buffet’s wisdom resonates: “Praise specifically, criticize generally.” In fostering growth, detailed appreciation ignites motivation. While broad critique may demoralize, targeted feedback empowers progress. Uplift through precise...

Labels are lazy

We live in a world of labels. We label everything from products to people. But labels are lazy. They’re a way of simplifying the world around us, and they often do more harm than good. When we label someone, we assume who they are and how they’ll behave....

Empowering middle managers

In the intricate tapestry of organizational dynamics, a group of unsung heroes is quietly weaving the threads of success—middle managers. Warren Bennis remarked, “The manager accepts the status quo; the leader challenges it.” Middle managers embody this...

Blamo-rama circus

Every week, I find myself in discussions with managers and leaders who lament their employees’ attitudes, aptitudes, and desires. They claim that today’s workforce is different, lacking motivation and unwilling to succeed. But wait, isn’t this a...

Virtues of comebacks

We bemoan what could have, should have, or would have been. For all the successes we admire, those same individuals faced setbacks, disappointment, rejection, and loss of confidence. When in our pursuit of success, setbacks are inevitable. Instead of dwelling on them,...