Seagull Management: 4 Ways to Stop Dumping on People
Seagull managers fly in, make lots of noise, dump on everyone, and fly away.* You might say a seagull manager is full of crap. The seduction of problems makes you a seagull. Stay… Continue reading
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4 Ways to Reach Extraordinary
Everest was identified as the highest point above sea level in 1852. 70 years later, George Mallory and others attempted to reach the summit and failed (1922). Mallory attempted to summit Everest again… Continue reading
Two Seductions that Stunt Growth
Talent provides advantage, but growth multiplies possibility. You’re a runt when you squander growth opportunities. People might think you’re cute but neglecting growth insults talent. You are responsible for your development. No one… Continue reading
The Only Challenge that Matters
The only challenge that matters is the one you give yourself. Others might try to challenge you, but the only challenge you win is the one you want to win. The only way… Continue reading
How Managers Confront Us/them-thinking and Win
Us/them-thinking comes naturally to everyone, even children. Imagine giving blue shirts to one group of children and yellow to another. Us/them-thinking will animate perception quickly. Children think my group is better than your… Continue reading
Taking Time Off isn’t the Answer
Taking time off isn’t the answer when you don’t know how to live. A four-day workweek is pointless for miserable people. Do you live to work or work to live? The answer is… Continue reading