The Mid Career U-Curve: Riding the Wave
Previously, I’ve been writing about mid career crises, and what researchers have termed the “Happiness U-Curve.” There’s a dip in life and career satisfaction at
June 29, 2015
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A Mid Career Crisis Story: Rinse and Repeat?
Hearing the phrase “mid career or midlife crisis” evokes the cliché of a successful executive (usually a man), between 40 and 55, who wakes up
June 25, 2015
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The Talent to Manage: Only 1 in 10 Succeed
One of the most important decisions companies make is whom they name manager. Unfortunately, a new survey by the Gallup organization reveals that only one
April 15, 2015
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Leadership Decisions: Why We Don’t Notice
What We Need to Notice
I’ve been inspired by Harvard Professor Max Bazerman’s book The Power of Noticing: What the Best Leaders See (Simon & Schuster, 2014). It’s really caused
April 13, 2015
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Leadership Decisions: The Problems with Oversight
The best leadership decisions are never made in isolation. In public companies, government offices and non-profits, regulation and oversight is required to ensure maximum outcomes
April 9, 2015
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Making Better Leadership Decisions
How can organizations improve their leadership decisions? What can smart leaders do to avoid making decision errors that lead to business and career bloopers? You
March 26, 2015
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Smart Decisions: Should Leaders Use Analysis or Process?
As a leader, your career depends on making smart decisions: From what you say, to what you do, to how you delegate and use resources.
March 16, 2015
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Your Hero’s Journey:
Connect with Your Best Self
In my work coaching individuals, we often arrive at key insights through questions and reflection about their own hero’s journey. But insights are only valuable
March 12, 2015
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Organizational Purpose: Is Your Work Fulfilling?
Does your company have an organizational purpose? In a company without a strongly identified purpose, people have only a vague idea of what they’re supposed
February 19, 2015
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How to Expand Your Self-Awareness
How self-aware are you? I’ve been writing about how important knowing yourself well is here and here. Have you asked for feedback from others about
November 3, 2014
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