The Stillness Beyond No

The Stillness Beyond No

What if fewer commitments meant more peace? <>  I love it when one of my clients sits down across the table from me with a wide grin and announces that they’ve just turned down an opportunity to add another commitment to their plate. Few things bring me more joy...
Put On Their Lens

Put On Their Lens

Better communication requires you to get up and sit in a different seat. Literally. <>  Since I moved into my new office (10+ years), I’ve had a unique ritual. Roughly once a month, I will get up from behind my desk and take the seat my clients normally occupy....
The “Crazy Advice” That Got Me Boo’d

The “Crazy Advice” That Got Me Boo’d

Our culture screams that “constant collaboration” is required to do your job. The truth, however, is a little different. <>  While giving a talk on productivity last week, I made a recommendation that ended up being fairly controversial, earning a...
Honoring a Life Well Lived

Honoring a Life Well Lived

Celebrating a life inevitably leads us to recognize this truth: life is only about relationships. <>  Last week, I had the honor of attending the funeral celebrating the mother of one of my closest friends.  It may seem unusual to use the phrase “I had the...
Behavior Change for Overachievers

Behavior Change for Overachievers

Overachievers tend to be an impatient group. Which, is why true behavior change can be difficult. Here’s one tactic to get you across the finish line. <>  We’ve all seen a documentary about healthy eating or attended a seminar reminding us of the power of...
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