Category Archives: blog post
Dec
You don’t want to be a victim of the Peter Principle, which says that people are promoted based on their tenure or their success in a previous role, irrespective of their capacity to excel in the new position. How do you decide like this when so much is at stake? No matter what you choose, you have lost what might have been your dream job in the other direction.
Jul
Organizational leaders need to recognize that every individual in your organization may be facing some form of suffering, whether it’s related to their personal lives or the current political climate. Even if they know intellectually that others are suffering, people feel alone in their struggles. That image of a pit comes up frequently in creative
Oct
Are you paralyzed by decision-making? Whether in your personal life or career, the problem might not be your confidence level but rather a lack of clarity. Being either too decisive or too hesitant can derail your success. The Myth of Blind Confidence and The Problem of Hesitation There’s a common belief that being decisive equates
Feb
“I am concerned that I am not able to focus on what really matters to me and get distracted by making money.” Over the past 20 years, Mira had built an amazing career leading business development initiatives. But as her children graduated from college she found herself wanting something more meaningful for herself. She discovered
Feb
The pace of technological development, healthcare crisis, and economic volatility have forever altered the way we relate to work and home life. It’s a whole new business, a whole new family. Can you recognize where you are? See if you can focus on just ONE way that your life is changing… Do you see yourself
Sep
Do you need to have THAT TALK with a member of your team? You have a team member who seems to be acting out of self-interest rather than supporting the goals of the team. There are alternatives to putting the foot down or insisting, “If you don’t start doing what you’re supposed to be doing,
Aug
Hi. I’m Amy Kay Watson, and I’m addicted to electronics…
Every third Sunday of the month, I have set aside a device-free day. That means this Sunday, I won’t be on email, social media, or even the phone.
May
We all need feedback to grow, but it’s essential that this feedback comes from the right person. Have you ever wondered who that right person could be for you? Let’s explore this idea. I encourage you to participate in an activity. Set aside names and specific individuals for a moment. Focus instead on the attributes
