The Blog
A collection of ideas and resources.
You’re playing favorites (without realizing it)
We all want to believe that we treat everyone around us equally, or at least fairly. But the truth is that by human design, our brains automatically play favorites. This quick tip will help you do something about it.
Why we have bad managers
Ever wonder why the wrong people end up in management? I have a hypothesis, plus a few ideas on how to address the issue. I spill it all in this Two-Minute Tip.
The Question You’re Not Asking: Unveiling Blind Spots
In this video, I'm challenging you to ask a specific question in your upcoming one-on-ones to help uncover potential blind spots and gather the insights you need to better serve your team.
You don’t want to be “that manager”
Nobody wants to be "that manager" — you know, the one employees grumble about. So instead, we work hard to be a well-liked manager and end up over-rotating into some unhealthy leadership behaviors. Watch this quick video to identify your own worries and how they might be impacting your management style.
My trick for overcoming perfectionism
If you're the kind of overachiever who painstakingly fine-tunes every detail, this video is tailor-made for you. This Two-Minute Tip addresses a common struggle many perfectionists face and offers a new tactic for combatting it.
6 strategies to get the most out of working with a leadership coach
While training is a critical part of leadership development, the most profound and sustainable growth I’ve witnessed in my clients has been through coaching. Nothing compares to the power of one-on-one coaching. Today I want to teach you how to get the most out of working with a leadership coach.