Nov 2, 2022 | Executive Coaching, Political Agility
As Grammy-award winning singer Kenny Rogers once explained, “You’ve got to know when to hold ‘em…know when to fold ‘em.” It’s pretty easy to manage your hand during penny ante games. There’s no pressure. But when salaries and careers are on the line, playing the trump...
Aug 30, 2022 | Assessment, Political Agility
National poet of Scotland, Robert Burns (1759–1796), in his poem “To a Louse, On Seeing one on a Lady’s Bonnet at Church” is absorbed in thought over the ability “To see oursels as others see us!” He declares it a divine gift. In my experience, self-awareness...
Dec 11, 2021 | Executive Coaching, Political Agility
“That’s it. You’re done,” he said, unplugging the karaoke machine. “What do you mean?” she challenged. Pulling her aside to get out of view of the many cellphone cameras in the room, he said, “You’re going to thank me in the morning. Give me your keys. I’m...
Oct 19, 2021 | Political Agility
Dear HR Executive, Few people outside your line of work can imagine the stress you’re under this year. The headlines paint a picture that must keep you up at night. The Great Resignation Is Accelerating. Strikes Sweeping Labor Market. Workers Quitting These 4 Kinds...
Aug 19, 2021 | Executive Coaching, Political Agility
If there is a silver lining to this Coronavirus cloud, it’s the fact that many employees across America have experienced life at home with family on a consistent basis. And we love it! Our lives are not as work-centric any longer, and we’re stacking our priorities...