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Do you make this common mistake when presenting to senior leaders?
I watched a recording of a presentation by someone I am coaching. He was trying to explain to his senior leaders why his approach to a problem was the best one.He started giving IRRELEVANT contextual information by over-explaining the problem. … Continue reading
Three books I am (re)reading during the holidays…
What I am rereading: How to Know a Person by David Brooks – This book goes into the heart of how to really see, understand and value a human being. I have already read this book and loved it because … Continue reading
When condolences are inadequate, be kind to yourself.
The father of a close friend died recently. When I caught up with him, I asked him how he was going and whether his family and friends had been providing support. He said his former manager had offered him an … Continue reading
Would you accept a role for which you are overqualified?
Have you ever applied for a role – only to find you are over-qualified? And do you believe that career progress means you need to take on more challenging roles – because these will help you grow – and that … Continue reading
In a job interview, would you highlight a gap or weakness? Part 1 – The Assessment
The usual response I hear to this is: Why would I highlight a gap or a weak point – and potentially make myself look less than ideal? Friends, my perspective is a little different. It’s important first, to understand where … Continue reading
Friends – have you decided WHO you want to be in 2024?
So it’s true that we are still in November and many of us are tired, so tired. But I’d like to plant a seed that I’d like you to nurture over the break. WHO do you want to be in … Continue reading
Technical folks – how to prepare for a leadership role (Part 1)
So friends, let’s say you have been doing a technical role, maybe as an individual contributor, and have been thinking about stepping up. And you actually like people. (This VITAL point will be addressed in Part 2 of this post). … Continue reading
Null November – Are you feeling it?
Friends, I am looking around and seeing very, very tired people. November is the month of tiredness because: We have given it our best throughout the year and can see the holiday season in sight. we have been traumatised by … Continue reading
Have you ever had an idea…and then someone builds a company around it?
So last year, I was talking to a colleague about her lacking the discipline to stop eating chocolates to lose weight. And I thought I came up with a genius idea. The idea was this: I suggested she transfer $1000 … Continue reading
A definitive way to be boring.
Here is a cautionary tale, friends. About 5 years ago I was going through a rough patch at work. I was dissatisfied, unhappy and not in a good place. And I told everyone about this – at every opportunity. If … Continue reading