When Pressure Builds
It’s so interesting to me how pressure affects different people so, well, differently. Some people seem to speed up and work themselves into a frenzy. Others seem to shut down and become immobilized. And I think we all reach a breaking point where we simply can’t take...
One Small Shift at a Time
People don’t change. Not nearly as often or as drastically as we like to think. Sure, you can name exceptions. But big, sweeping, life-altering changes are not an everyday occurrence. A wise and seasoned executive told me once that big changes shouldn’t be the goal....
It’s Just Easier If I Do It Myself
“It’s easier if I just do it myself.” Probably true. But is that the best solution? Is efficiency the reason? Or is it the excuse? When we focus on immediate efficiency, we’re being short-sighted. Routinely doing it yourself because it’s easier is a mistake. It...
