Attention and feedback

November 21, 2016

It’s first thing in the morning and you’re firmly focused on the busy day and week ahead. Lots to do, some of it starting five minutes ago. Gotta be ready. Where’s... READ MORE

Outside-in

November 17, 2016

Every new hire comes with a special set of challenges. Mostly, we worry about them from the inside-out: are they up to the job, will they pull their weight, can they fit... READ MORE

That conversation

November 12, 2016

It’s too rare that we have that conversation. The one that’s specific about expectations, that sets things straight about where we are and how things will be. Sometimes it’s a joy -... READ MORE

Pick and choose

November 11, 2016

There are probably some jobs you love to do. Maybe product development, or spreadsheets (guilty), or marketing, or selling, or noodling, or rallying from the podium, or hiring new talent, or... READ MORE

Why filter?

November 9, 2016

With a broad reach and a deep interest, you know a lot of things. Operational things, strategic things, corporate things. The people around you know a lot too. More than you in... READ MORE