Consistent and patient

It rarely happens as fast as we want, nor does it take as long as we may imagine. If we start fast, with urgency and a desire to get to the end immediately, we often meet with disappointment and failure. In response, we resort to abandonment. Suppose we are methodical...

Finger pointing

Which direction do you point?  Do you begin with the finger pointing away from you at others? Or are you inclined to point at yourself first? The issue rarely lies with others alone, and since we know we cannot change people easily, why not start at the place...

Get off the bus

When organizations and teams look ahead, creativity is inevitable, and with that comes imagination of possibilities. As part of strategic planning, teams will come together and realize that some are open and eager for change and the opportunities it presents, while...

I don’t know

Refreshing words. While you may be the expert or the leader, you are also limited. It is acceptable to say ‘I don’t know; when you don’t, but …”I will take some time to reflect and research’ which is even more beneficial to your position as a leader and those who...

Team selection

We choose to be part of teams primarily for two reasons: we want to be a part of something more than ourselves and believe that as a team, we can accomplish more than we can alone.  Strong teams always prevail when pitted against individuals. However, not all...