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Business problems are largely people problems. And, in the same vein, business is people. Yes, you can automate. That's easier than dealing with people. Machines, software and automation follows rules, logic and functionality. But people don't fit what the job usually requires. They are almost fits
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This interview with a navy seal breaking down a part of human nature with a renowned clinical psychologist is fascinating. This podcast interview between Jocko Willink and Jordan Peterson takes a look at how civility occurs. We want dangerous people that are disciplined. It's a temperament and a
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When I find people unhappy in their work and listen to what's dissatisfying them, the usual issue is that they are not doing what they are. It's no secret most people hate their work. But why persist in misery when there is all this choice out
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Here's the paradox of a blind spot - you can't see it. It's a blind spot. What if you can't see that you are simply not good at something? You have put in enormous effort and time, but you are still blind.
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If you have worked in corporate environments, then you may have heard about career glass ceilings. It's where your skills, influence or situation prevent you from getting promoted any further in the pyramid structure on the org chart. Something is limiting you, whether yourself or your environment. If
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Knowing who you are and what your limits are is critical for true success. We all have limits. It is quite apparent when you observe people. Imagine some of your closest friends and their characteristics. You have an expectation of what they will be like on a consistent basis. They
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There was a telling comment made a few years ago by famed NBA basketball star, Allen Iverson. He revealed his perspective about practice, “We’re talking about practice man, we’re not even talking about the game, when it actually matters, we’re talking about practice.” At that time, Iverson
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You may feel this way about things that are easy for you—it’s no big deal; anyone could do it. Be careful of the wrong thinking. The things that you find are “not a big deal” are things you earned because of: Hard Work: You spent the hours probing,
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I see the frustration every day. It comes from people believing a myth. The myth is, “If I just keep working harder at it, I can master it.” It is the American ethos which sounds noble, but it is a lie. There are many things that we all can work