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The importance of mindset and the search for meaning
Our approach to human-centered change often focuses on mindset. Our mindsets drive our behaviors, and our behaviors are what deliver organizational outcomes. If we design …
From notoriously entrenched to more productive
It’s 2018, and suddenly A.I. is a *thing*. But what does that mean for you and me, in real terms? Where’s the actual value? Of …
The Michelangelo Phenomenon
There are two ways to make a classical sculpture: call them “Addition” and “Subtraction”. “Addition” is like Rodin: You start with lump of clay, and …
Don’t forget to enjoy the ride!
A young man once asked me, what is more important, art or money? He was trying to decide what path to take with his career- …
Are you brave enough to let go?
I notice a lot of people people my age (middle age) having to start again, and often it isn’t because they wanted to. The man …
The life of your mind
That was the thing. I was living in a big city, having a pretty good time of it (and least it looked that way, from …
Be nimble, be smart, be agile
Sure, we could be talking about Agile software here as well, but I was thinking more of business agility in general? What is agility? I’d …
How to use positive visualization for greater good
Think about a major career goal you have. Not any old goal, but something you’ve been working on for years. A world-changing leviathan of a …
Why you should create your own genius network
Adam Smith wrote about it in 1776 in The Wealth Of Nations – We are frail, limited creatures, we can only do so much on our …
Why You Must Connect
The great British writer, E.M. Forster had this advice for aspiring writers: “Only Connect!” It’s damn good advice for non-writers, as well. Our brains, a vast network …
Why Your Job is to Align and Simplify
Align and Simplify. Where are you going? Not for dinner…I mean, what’s your big picture? Is everyone on board? No matter what you think, …
Why change management is emotional
Most leaders expect results to improve strictly through data, ignoring how people feel. The truth is that without altering the emotional landscape of an organization, it is really …
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