
The Blog
A collection of ideas and resources.
Improve your feedback skills with this one trick
If you want your team to be more open to feedback; and you want to see them actually absorb and apply it, then this tip is a must-watch for you.
Want to change how you feel about something? Do this.
We all feel worried about or irritated by something (or someone). We know it's not very helpful to feel this way, but how do we change how we feel? I’ll tell you in this quick tip.
The secret to becoming a leader others admire
Are you tired of admiring others' seemingly effortless skills at work, wishing you had the same natural talent? The truth is, success often stems from a blend of learning and diligent practice, not just innate ability. In this video, I share lessons learned from cooking to giving feedback that reinforce the fact that most skills—including leadership—require more than intuition.
What you need to do now to get a stellar year-end review
It’s only March, but now is the time to be thinking about your year-end performance review (that is, if you want to knock it out of the park). In this quick video, I will tell you exactly what you need to do RIGHT NOW to set yourself up for a stellar review at the end of the year.
Making Habits Stick
In this video, we'll explore how to stop relying on sheer willpower when establishing new habits and, instead, implement structured systems for lasting change. Watch now to redefine your approach to making habits stick.
How to receive feedback
The ability to receive tough feedback is one of the most important, yet neglected, leadership skills. In this video, you'll learn a simple trick to help you become a master at receiving difficult feedback, even when you disagree with it.
A 10-minute team-building activity
You know your team would benefit from more frequent team-building, but you don't know what to do or how to do it (and you certainly don't have time to research or design a bunch of activities!). Don't worry, I've got you covered. Watch this video to learn how to incorporate quick team-building activities into your regular team meetings without any pre-planning required.
The Key to Motivating Your Team
Why is it that some employees are super motivated, while others seem quite the opposite? This can be one of the most frustrating things to navigate as a leader! Watch this video to learn how to overcome this challenge and spark motivation in every team member.
A tactic for navigating contrary views
In a world where opposing views often lead to confrontation or shutdowns, what if you knew how to keep the conversation going in a productive way? What if you could minimize defensiveness and foster collaboration instead? Leverage the simple strategy shared in this video to calm emotions and pave the way for healthy dialogue.
Was it really my fault?
What happens when we make a mistake? Most of us try to find something or someone else to blame before taking ownership; yet we expect others to take full ownership immediately when they slip up. The healthiest teams have a norm of admitting mistakes and apologizing to one another quickly. If your team isn’t there yet, it’s time to set the tone and lead by example.
Shaping Team Vibes: The Defining Factor
How would you describe the tone on your team? Optimistic? Energetic? Bored? Discouraged? The vibe of your team environment matters, and there is one thing that influences your team's vibe more than anything else. Find out what it is and how to leverage it in this quick video.
Best of 2023
As the year comes to a close, let's take a look at the Best of 2023 Two-Minute Tips. Based on your viewing preferences, here are the top videos this year.