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Reflections on the Art of Being Human at Work.

Strategic Business Planning for Founders: How to Create Plans That Actually Work A business plan isn’t about creating a rigid, detailed blueprint that never changes. Instead, we encourage setting clear, adaptable frameworks that guide founders through uncertainty, enabling responsive and meaningful actions. …
You Got A Promotion. Now What? A promotion doesn’t just change your job: It can change your identity. Leadership isn’t a destination—it’s a continual process of becoming. Each promotion isn’t just about what you’ll do; it’s about who you’ll be.
When the Roller Coaster Slows Down There comes a time in the entrepreneurial journey when the stomach no longer flips at every upturn, when the adrenaline no longer screams in your veins like it used to. You may look around, wondering what has changed—and the startling answer is: you have.
The Social Impact of Good Listening It’s a true feat for us humans to be a good ear to each other. True listening is generous. It’s attuned to both our listener and ourselves. True listening requires the listener to have the inner strength to be present enough for the speaker that they feel seen, heard, and free to share in that un-cramped space.
Tips for Generative Listening Understanding how we listen is at the heart of good communication. How well do you listen? How does that affect every conversation you’re in?
Right-Sizing Imposter Syndrome One of the big things we forget when imposter syndrome has us in its grip is that we have choice. We have a choice in how we want to respond when it has a hold on us.
Practice Makes Progress: Getting the Most out of Coaching on the Path to Mastery We never stop growing, and therefore we never outgrow the need for helpers. At the same time, as coaches, we ultimately want to be supporting our clients toward more and more self-sufficiency.
Intrinsic Motivation, Or the Inherent Joy of Doing What intrinsically drives our employees/team members is unique/bespoke to each individual on the team. Yet, knowing these three major areas can help us think more effectively about how to bring out the best in each individual.
How To Fire An Employee: A Step-by-Step Guide If you're a leader, there are few things that can ruin your day more than needing to fire an employee. It's just plain hard to do, even when you know it's the right decision. And yet, many managers avoid it altogether, which ultimately disrupts the team and the business.

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