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The Paradox of Influence: being open to it can make you more influential

https://youtube.com/shorts/goqPhllr3Cg Want to influence others effectively? Start by letting yourself be influenced. It sounds paradoxical, but in many situations, the best way to drive change is to first be open to change yourself. In this video, we explore: ✅ A...

The Protection-Permission balance for addressing complex leadership dilemmas

https://youtube.com/shorts/ZfuV64ixusA In this short video, I explore a leadership idea I’ve talked about with almost every leader I’ve ever coached: Protection and Permission. Great leadership is rarely about having all the answers — it’s about finding the right...

Thinking Slow in Fast Meetings – Why Silence Can Be Powerful

https://youtu.be/zD_xOYWX1Ko In meetings, quick thinkers often dominate — with sharp comments, confident opinions, and instant reactions. But is being fast really better? In this short video, I share a story from a coaching session with a client who felt he wasn’t...

Something’s Troubling Me

When problems feel overwhelming or difficult to express, a structured approach can bring clarity. This article introduces a powerful coaching tool from the book Something’s Troubling Me, designed to support professionals in articulating concerns and finding a path forward. A must-read for those facing challenges in their personal or professional lives.

Task Management Canvas

Whether you’re overwhelmed by tasks or just want more clarity in your workflow, the Task Management Canvas helps you build a personalized time and task management system.

Interesting questions

Asking the right questions is a powerful communication tool. In this article, we explore how focusing on intention, clarity, and brevity can help you influence conversations, gain deeper insights, and build trust in client or team interactions.

Possible Postures for Managing Up

“Managing up” means building a productive working relationship with your manager. In this article, explore communication postures that help align expectations, foster trust, and improve collaboration — even in challenging situations.

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Why it’s hardest to communicate when it matters most

In moments of pressure, client communication often becomes unclear or tense — just when clarity is most critical. In this article, we explore the psychology behind communication breakdowns, and share strategies for staying grounded and effective in high-stakes client interactions.

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Do Your Best Thinking!

In a fast-paced work environment, clear thinking is a competitive advantage. This article helps you build habits that support deeper reflection, stronger decision-making, and personal growth.

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Half and half

Making decisions under pressure can feel overwhelming — especially when clarity is lacking or tensions run high. In this article, we introduce the Half and Half tool, a simple yet effective method to navigate complexity, weigh perspectives, and move forward with confidence.

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Bees and FAEs

What do bees and Field Applications Engineers have in common? More than you might expect. This short, creative piece offers a fresh take on the value, versatility, and challenges of FAEs — showing how their unique role helps bridge gaps between customers, sales, and engineering teams.

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