What’s the Problem?
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Have you ever had an approved project cancelled mid-stream? Has a client changed their mind about signing a contract with you? Your initial reaction probably was to ask yourself what had you done? How did you mess up that deal? Did you fail to clearly …
Speed vs. Timing
What is more important, speed or timing? Is it preferable to act very quickly or to take potentially slower action at the right time? In the combative arena, a properly timed punch (i.e., when an opponent reacts to a feint or drops his guard) will …
Have You Ever Been Told To “Calm Down”?
Have you ever been told to calm down and not understood why? You think your emotions are in check and your words are not inflammatory, yet you’re being urged to relax. What Am I Missing? Your colleague is reacting to your emotional state via your …
Have You Ever Been Ambushed…
… by a dissatisfied client during a quarterly check-in? Have you had your business case for a new project get crushed by your CFO during your presentation? Both situations were unexpected and put you in a surprised mind set as you mentally scrambled to figure …
Do You Believe You Can Lead?
Do you believe you can lead your team during a recession? Can you lead your organization when most of your team is working remotely and actual in person face time is limited to a couple of team BBQ’s? Whether or not you believe you can …
Mind the Gap
The period of time between a stimulus and the related response is called gap time. What happens during that gap depends on you. For example, in a boxing ring, if your opponent attempts to punch you in the head with a left hook you either: …
The Element of Surprise Causes Trauma
Surprises in business rarely bring good news. And if you’re blindsided, it’s hard not to fall into a fear loop. Along with the financial impacts, the emotional and physical toll on you and your team can be significant. With stress hormones (adrenaline and cortisol) flooding …
Focus
You’re about to kick-off a critical initiative for your firm. Will this begin with another boring 47 slide-driven meeting? Are you going to attempt to inspire your team by spouting over-used cliches? How will you prepare for this meeting? How do you want the team …
Are You Challenged or Threatened?
Imagine not having your cortisol and adrenaline levels spike the next time you’re told one or your senior employees has resigned and the related project he’s leading is now significantly behind schedule. Or, not being overwhelmed with anxiety when a key client informs you they …
Q2 – Are We There Yet?
The second quarter is almost here. Take a look at those goals you set back in December / January. How are you doing? Are you on track? You probably have an accurate view of your financial goals as they are easy to quantify. What about …
