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The Power of Connection

February 20, 2026 No Comments

Communication or Connection What do I seek when I send a text? Am I trying to connect? Or merely to be heard? *Have I ever

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“It Depends”: Discover How Leaders Use Questions to Deepen Team Judgment

February 16, 2026 No Comments

Discover a Simple Leadership Opportunity In leadership conversations, few moments are more revealing than when a team asks for a quick answer. Should we do

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Why I Struggled with an Office Etiquette Quiz (and Why You Might Too)

January 13, 2026 No Comments

I recently took a workplace/office etiquette quiz published by The Wall Street Journal. I expected it to be straightforward. Ten questions. Common sense. A quick

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The Sugar Plum Factor

December 9, 2025 No Comments

Every December, something curious happens.Perfectly competent adults begin drifting in and out of focus, juggling year-end deadlines with visions of sugar plums, peppermint bark, or

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Time Management Breakthroughs: Blending Human Insight with AI

October 31, 2025 No Comments

Time Management Formula HI + AI = Breakthrough Time Strategies Allow me to translate the formula above. It’s not math. It’s leadership. The blend of

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Words That Move People: How Emotional Leadership Communication Drives Action

September 26, 2025 No Comments

Watch: The Power of Words in Action Words are one of the most powerful tools a leader has. And often, the most overlooked. Whether you’re

Truth vs. Candor

The Process of Pursuing Proficiency

Gaining Proficiency: Our days are filled with countless routine tasks and activities that we successfully complete with little thought and low awareness. After lots of repetition, we can become so proficient, we’re able to simply “go because we know.” Your proficiency only happens after repetitive practice.What are some new skills or behaviors you’d like to develop? Have you considered what’s involved in getting to the point where you’ve truly become proficient? The Law of Proficiency applies to every skill you’ve developed. And every one you’ll need or want to have.

Transparency

The Process of Pursuing Proficiency

Gaining Proficiency: Our days are filled with countless routine tasks and activities that we successfully complete with little thought and low awareness. After lots of repetition, we can become so proficient, we’re able to simply “go because we know.” Your proficiency only happens after repetitive practice.What are some new skills or behaviors you’d like to develop? Have you considered what’s involved in getting to the point where you’ve truly become proficient? The Law of Proficiency applies to every skill you’ve developed. And every one you’ll need or want to have.

time management

The Process of Pursuing Proficiency

Gaining Proficiency: Our days are filled with countless routine tasks and activities that we successfully complete with little thought and low awareness. After lots of repetition, we can become so proficient, we’re able to simply “go because we know.” Your proficiency only happens after repetitive practice.What are some new skills or behaviors you’d like to develop? Have you considered what’s involved in getting to the point where you’ve truly become proficient? The Law of Proficiency applies to every skill you’ve developed. And every one you’ll need or want to have.

Teamwork

The Process of Pursuing Proficiency

Gaining Proficiency: Our days are filled with countless routine tasks and activities that we successfully complete with little thought and low awareness. After lots of repetition, we can become so proficient, we’re able to simply “go because we know.” Your proficiency only happens after repetitive practice.What are some new skills or behaviors you’d like to develop? Have you considered what’s involved in getting to the point where you’ve truly become proficient? The Law of Proficiency applies to every skill you’ve developed. And every one you’ll need or want to have.

team leadership

The Process of Pursuing Proficiency

Gaining Proficiency: Our days are filled with countless routine tasks and activities that we successfully complete with little thought and low awareness. After lots of repetition, we can become so proficient, we’re able to simply “go because we know.” Your proficiency only happens after repetitive practice.What are some new skills or behaviors you’d like to develop? Have you considered what’s involved in getting to the point where you’ve truly become proficient? The Law of Proficiency applies to every skill you’ve developed. And every one you’ll need or want to have.

tag line and slogan creation

The Process of Pursuing Proficiency

Gaining Proficiency: Our days are filled with countless routine tasks and activities that we successfully complete with little thought and low awareness. After lots of repetition, we can become so proficient, we’re able to simply “go because we know.” Your proficiency only happens after repetitive practice.What are some new skills or behaviors you’d like to develop? Have you considered what’s involved in getting to the point where you’ve truly become proficient? The Law of Proficiency applies to every skill you’ve developed. And every one you’ll need or want to have.

Strategic Thinking

The Process of Pursuing Proficiency

Gaining Proficiency: Our days are filled with countless routine tasks and activities that we successfully complete with little thought and low awareness. After lots of repetition, we can become so proficient, we’re able to simply “go because we know.” Your proficiency only happens after repetitive practice.What are some new skills or behaviors you’d like to develop? Have you considered what’s involved in getting to the point where you’ve truly become proficient? The Law of Proficiency applies to every skill you’ve developed. And every one you’ll need or want to have.

strategic planning

The Process of Pursuing Proficiency

Gaining Proficiency: Our days are filled with countless routine tasks and activities that we successfully complete with little thought and low awareness. After lots of repetition, we can become so proficient, we’re able to simply “go because we know.” Your proficiency only happens after repetitive practice.What are some new skills or behaviors you’d like to develop? Have you considered what’s involved in getting to the point where you’ve truly become proficient? The Law of Proficiency applies to every skill you’ve developed. And every one you’ll need or want to have.

self limiting beliefs

The Process of Pursuing Proficiency

Gaining Proficiency: Our days are filled with countless routine tasks and activities that we successfully complete with little thought and low awareness. After lots of repetition, we can become so proficient, we’re able to simply “go because we know.” Your proficiency only happens after repetitive practice.What are some new skills or behaviors you’d like to develop? Have you considered what’s involved in getting to the point where you’ve truly become proficient? The Law of Proficiency applies to every skill you’ve developed. And every one you’ll need or want to have.

self leaderhship

The Process of Pursuing Proficiency

Gaining Proficiency: Our days are filled with countless routine tasks and activities that we successfully complete with little thought and low awareness. After lots of repetition, we can become so proficient, we’re able to simply “go because we know.” Your proficiency only happens after repetitive practice.What are some new skills or behaviors you’d like to develop? Have you considered what’s involved in getting to the point where you’ve truly become proficient? The Law of Proficiency applies to every skill you’ve developed. And every one you’ll need or want to have.

Self Awareness

The Process of Pursuing Proficiency

Gaining Proficiency: Our days are filled with countless routine tasks and activities that we successfully complete with little thought and low awareness. After lots of repetition, we can become so proficient, we’re able to simply “go because we know.” Your proficiency only happens after repetitive practice.What are some new skills or behaviors you’d like to develop? Have you considered what’s involved in getting to the point where you’ve truly become proficient? The Law of Proficiency applies to every skill you’ve developed. And every one you’ll need or want to have.

Reputations

The Process of Pursuing Proficiency

Gaining Proficiency: Our days are filled with countless routine tasks and activities that we successfully complete with little thought and low awareness. After lots of repetition, we can become so proficient, we’re able to simply “go because we know.” Your proficiency only happens after repetitive practice.What are some new skills or behaviors you’d like to develop? Have you considered what’s involved in getting to the point where you’ve truly become proficient? The Law of Proficiency applies to every skill you’ve developed. And every one you’ll need or want to have.