Tag: Values
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Leadership: Is Authority in Your Way?
As I created that quote, I wasn’t sure that I really liked it all that much. Felt kind of judgy… maybe a little controversial… I actually “focus grouped” it out to a couple of coaches and other folks to get their opinion and the ensuing discussions were actually pretty interesting and valuable – so I’ll…
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National Refreshment Day
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Happy National Daylight Appreciation Day
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Here’s the question…
Today, I am going to be bravely honest: it has been a too long since I took the time to invest in myself with some reading and reflection time. Yes, I know… Shame on me! Everyone can, and should, take time to improve. I was recently reading an article by a guy named Richard Dolman called The “Agile…
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Happy National Ballpoint Pen Day
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Happy National Read A Road Map Day
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No time like the present to BE agile!
Before I say anything else – I sincerely hope that all of you, your families and friends are all healthy and safe. I know that this is a trying time for folks for a lot of different reasons, and I’m going to repeat one of my most overused phrases – we all win together. That…
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The 3 Es: A Worthy Balancing Act
If you’ve been coached by me or any of the marketing coaches, you’ve no doubt heard us talk about the concept of the 3 Es – and why they create the feeling of speed. The 3 Es articulate a balance between execution, continuous improvement, and valuing individual interactions and individuals. It can be easy for newer teams to…
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What if I get it wrong…?
We’ve all heard that question (or some variant) in our head – often delivered in that ominous tone that our brain reserves for occasions when it truly wants to undercut our self-confidence – “OMG – what if I screw this up?” “What if what I say falls flat?” “What if this doesn’t work?” “What if…
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Beware! Zombies Approaching!
This agile coach was investing some time in himself this weekend and came across an article that warned of a topic he is aware of, and indeed himself has experienced- Zombie Agility! Now I know what you’re thinking – “He’s really off into the deep end this time,” but hear me out! I can assure…