by David Wheatley | Change, Choice
If you’re human, you’ve probably experienced the pain of letting go. It can be difficult to step away from something that you think you really want, even if isn’t serving you well. That toxic-but-exciting relationship. The ever-present cell phone....
by John Barrett | Interdependence, Problem solving
It’s been said that for every problem, there is a solution. Yet, when complicated issues arise, it can be all too easy to freeze, at least temporarily.Because most work processes are complex, interdependent, multi-dimensional systems, the problems that can...
by David Wheatley | Strategic, Succession
Leaders often struggle to think strategically about the future leadership structure of the organization. They find it overwhelming to create a game plan that will set the organization up for long-term success.I often use a process of developing three organizational...
by Christi Barrett | Communication, Conflict
Seth and Sami consistently butt heads over how to move their work forward. Sami knows they need to talk, and that the conversation will be emotional and contentious. This discussion needs to happen, so that she and Seth get past...
by Christi Barrett | Goals, Priorities
The classic Stephen Covey story goes like this:In the middle of a seminar on time management, recalls Covey in his book First Things First, the lecturer said, “Okay, it’s time for a quiz.” Reaching under the table, he pulled out a wide-mouthed gallon...
