Mining the Genius of Inclusion
It might seem obvious that diverse groups are more intelligent than homogeneous groups and numerous studies support this notion. So why...
The Virus of Bias: Can it Be Stopped?
We know how dangerous a virus can be. They infect our bodies, our computers, and our communication. Worst of all, viruses are invisible...
A Better Way to Sell
What’s the secret to communicating effectively when you’ve got something to sell? In survival mode, it’s about persuasion, using whatever...
Are You Living Someone Else's Dream?
Why do you do what you do? What drives you? Are you living out your dream or someone else’s? We once had a client we were grooming for...
Do You Over-plan or Act Too Quickly?
How is an effective leader like a skilled movie director? Often, we think of the director as the one who yells, “Action!” . . . that word...
Who Can You Really Trust?
“I simply can’t trust them,” he said with genuine disappointment in his voice. When delving into the situation more, what this supply...
How to Know if They're Truly Committed
Do some people tend to let you down? If you’re like most of us, the answer is, “Yes!” So, how do you know if someone is truly committed?...
Is Empowerment Merely a Myth?
“You do realize that the popular concept of empowerment is a myth, right?” That’s not what a person usually says to their manager, but...
How Being Consistent Can Lead Us Astray
“Are you suggesting the consistency and standardization that have made us who we are, is creating problems?” The expression on the...
How to Drain Your Own Swamp
Have you ever found yourself stuck . . . as if your inspiration simply slipped away? You had a vision or a plan and suddenly the clarity...