Who is the “goalkeeper” for your organization?As the UEFA European Championship (EURO 2024) and the Copa América captivate soccer fans worldwide, the thrill of the game extends beyond…Jul 9, 2024Jul 9, 2024
I ❤ Public LibrariesThis article is just a shoutout to public libraries everywhere.Jul 4, 2024Jul 4, 2024
Why people call you: a simple way to better understand your value to others.More than anything, I am curious about understanding my purpose and value to others. Over the years, I have explored many ways to help me…Jun 25, 2024Jun 25, 2024
What if the way to get more engagement in your sales pitch is to put your audience in “Jeopardy”?One of my aspirations is to turn everyday moments into meaningful experiences. One way I choose to do this is based on the axiom I learned…Mar 12, 2024Mar 12, 2024
Is your meeting agenda dynamic?I created a mechanism for a traditional agenda that is both structured (showcasing preparation) and versatile (allowing for co-creation).Mar 7, 2024Mar 7, 2024
This article is the key to unlocking group genius.It’s been said that the task of an anthropologist is to “make the strange familiar, and the familiar strange.” Some argue this is…Mar 1, 2024Mar 1, 2024
What if the most important “skill” I want to develop can’t be taught?I was recently asked about how I approach my own professional development and the development of my team.Feb 3, 2024Feb 3, 2024
This article will literally turn your world upside downOnce you realise you can’t take a map at face value, you start to wonder how distorted map affects your thinking and worldview.Jan 23, 2024Jan 23, 2024
10 books I read in 2023 that helped me be a better dummyIn 2023, the following 10 books helped me be a better dummy.Dec 11, 2023Dec 11, 2023
The key to making your meetings more productive is a punctuation mark.Pop Quiz:Aug 18, 2023Aug 18, 2023
What if the key to successful change was a “Silent Sidekick”?In the ever-evolving landscape of business, where change is the only constant, finding meaningful ways to navigate transitions and drive…Aug 16, 2023Aug 16, 2023
What if the secret to launching a successful transformation is a duck?For many organizations, transformations are often well-intentioned, meticulously planned and ultimately disappointing. Over the past 10…Jun 22, 2023Jun 22, 2023
Do your next in-person meeting in complete darknessChange your next meeting environment in a drastic and unexpected way.Jun 6, 2023Jun 6, 2023
If you want to improve your team’s communication, start clapping.Imagine you are standing in a workshop with the other members of your team. At the front of the room stands a facilitator. He is randomly…May 3, 2023May 3, 2023
The Three D’s of DashboardingOriginal dashboards were actual screens on the front of horse-drawn buggies to protect a driver from mud and debris “dashed up” by horse…Apr 18, 2023Apr 18, 2023
What if you ran your project planning meeting like movie heist mastermind?My favorite movie genres is the heist film. Heist films spotlight the planning, execution, and aftermath of a substantial theft against…Apr 11, 2023Apr 11, 2023
Slide your way into alignmentWhen in doubt, draw it out. Visualization can expedite alignment.Nov 11, 2022Nov 11, 2022
Every organization needs two dummies.Seb and I were brought on by a team to design a workshop for 75 people from across several regions of a global insurance organization to…Nov 3, 2022Nov 3, 2022
I added this LEGO to my personal coaching toolbox.What is your big hairy audacious goal? What must you overcome to achieve that goal? What if building with Lego could help you?Sep 9, 2022Sep 9, 2022
Wait. What? Are terms of art killing your productivity?Imagine being invited to a meeting to help design a vision for a new business or team. Now imagine after a couple of meetings, looking…Aug 6, 2022Aug 6, 2022