Respect is a powerful force. What is considered societally aware and respectful, however, may not be the same in every culture – even our own. I recently spent a few hours in my childhood home rapping with my mother and father. I found myself fascinated by observing them interact with each other (and by … [Read More...]
Connection
Connecting with others is one of the most critical things we do in life. It makes sense then to be flexible in our approach to … [Read More...]
Failing to Succeed
Striving to avoid slipups isn't noble. Striving to take bold action, knowing that you'll inevitably fail and look foolish, is a … [Read More...]
Problem Solving
I want to work with people who flag problems and then offer up solutions. Whistle blowers, tattletale, and rumormongers are a dime a dozen. If you took one-tenth the energy you put into complaining and applied it … [Read More...]
Collaboration
In any organization, including people in important decisions is of paramount importance. It makes them feel heard and, subsequently, confident in their positions. We are trying to construct a more inclusive … [Read More...]
Pushing Boundaries
We are not defined by our job descriptions. Whether you’re a CEO or an intern on your first day of the job, society’s boundaries are negotiable. In baseball, we have a saying. "You don't have enough dirt in your … [Read More...]
Sharpen Yourself Through Debate
"Honest disagreement is often a good sign of progress.” -Mahatma Ghandi If you want to make improved decisions and elevate your critical thinking skills, do not avoid confrontational conversations. In fact, you … [Read More...]
Moving Away From Rules
Making rules doesn’t encourage people to follow them. In many cases, setting policies undermines our ability to make decisions and robs us of our ability to think critically. From inc.com: What we now know from … [Read More...]