From Bad Faith to Better Dialogue: A Practical Guide

Bad‑faith arguments are everywhere—from social media threads to board‑room debates. They derail productive discussion, damage…

Radical Candor or Quiet Truth?

Prelude: The Walk That Saved Us.. a disaster story Many years ago I sat with…

When Ownership Is Contagious: The Quiet Magic of Offering Help First

Unlocking a culture of ownership and forward momentum “The most effective way to take control…

Luck‚ it’s not all it’s cracked up to be

“You’re so lucky.”Maybe.But luck rarely travels alone. We’ve all heard it — maybe even said…

24 hours, 8 billion realities: Why Not All Hours Feel Equal—and How to Take Back Control

Why “balance” is a luxury currency, and how to mint a little of it for…

Rethinking the 9-Box Grid: A Tool for Growth, Not Just Evaluation

The 9-box grid is a familiar tool in many HR and leadership circles. Traditionally, it…

Finding Motivation When the Spark Fades

Spoiler: Motivation isn’t a constant. It ebbs, flows, and sometimes vanishes completely. The trick is making…

Skill Up, Chill Out: The Middle Way of Career Growth & Life‑Work Harmony

“As a lute too tightly strung will snap, and too loosely strung will play off‑key,…

Where it all begins – Personal Accountability

Because being “All in … or not in” always starts with owning the only thing you truly…

Think Fast, Think Slow: The Power of Decisions

We live in a world where decisions are expected in milliseconds—yet our best choices often…