
Not a Great Poker Face? The Power of Transparency
We often think we’re masters of disguise, carefully concealing our inner thoughts and feelings behind a mask of composure. As leaders, we might believe we’re successfully

We often think we’re masters of disguise, carefully concealing our inner thoughts and feelings behind a mask of composure. As leaders, we might believe we’re successfully

As an executive coach, I work with clients discussing their role in taking ownership and accountability of their teams, their team’s mistakes, and their own leadership

Seek not to create a “judgment-free” zone nor to ask people to “suspend judgment.” It’s impossible and a misleading directive. Ask instead for heightened awareness and acknowledgment

Sometimes you get feedback that seems to be about one thing, and it’s actually about something different. We say “remember the ricochet” when you receive feedback

This season is usually filled with messages of hope. As leaders, we can feel that it’s our responsibility to communicate hopeful messages to our teams –