For White Leaders: How to Open a Conversation About Race
Don’t let shame and guilt stop you. Remember, most of us identify with the power we don’t have, not the … Read More
Drop Your Tools
It’s an enormously stressful time. Under stress we grab for the familiar. We double down on our instincts, on what … Read More
The Potential Gift in this Radical Moment
Well it’s been over a month of working from home and social distancing, and we can well imagine the diversity … Read More
The Fear Factor
This post came from a presentation I made at Wildfang’s first Free Speech event in 2016. When Emma McIlroy, Wildfang CEO, asked me to … Read More
Give And Receive Feedback That Does More Good Than Harm
Giving and receiving feedback can be as anxiety producing and uncomfortable as a root canal. That’s why many of us … Read More
The Fallacy of Workplace Authenticity
There’s lots of talk lately about the value of authenticity and bringing our whole self to work. I get it. … Read More
Not All Conflicts Are Created Equal
Conflict. After generations of bad press, there now seems to be a collective agreement that conflict is a good thing. … Read More
Why We Need Winter
Someone asked me recently, how do you stay productive and active in winter, when it’s so tempting to just hibernate? … Read More
What’s Your Network Strength?
Exercise. Eat right. Meditate. Get enough sleep. When it comes to staying healthy, those are the usual suspects. But, did … Read More
Is It Time To Stop Talking About Executive Presence?
I have worked with senior leaders for a long time. And as an executive coach, I am very aware that … Read More