Posts Tagged "Family-Based Patterns"
Talking Truth to Power
I’ve been watching the ruckus that the health care town halls have been creating; lots of yelling, disrespect, and wasted time. I keep wondering why it is so hard to develop a forum where people can disagree and look past the upsets and anger- Share This
Read MoreLeadership Strategies: Time to Stand and be Counted
I don’t usually get super angry. I know we all function in our lives to explore how to be better than we are. I also know we get stuck in behavior patterns, often generations old that lock us into myopia and even emotional blindness. Share This
Read MoreWhen Leading Means “Get Out of the Way”
Lately I have been asked to comment as an expert for several major parenting magazines. Parenting? Sure, parenting today is rightfully considered as an important leadership skill. And therefore, leadership techniques and leadership tips are valid for parents whether they work in an office or their office is the home. ...
Read MoreLeadership and Legacy
Ever smack yourself on the side of the head and say “Not again”! Why do we do what we do over and over? After all we are at the top of the food chain, aren’t we? Smart and getting smarter with all the technology at our fingertips? So, what is...
Read MoreLeadership Strategies: Taking on Those who Play Both Sides
This is the MOST difficult pattern to expose and transform in the workplace. Splitters seem so congenial and helpful. They always want to be your best friend. They always talk about how much they can help “watch your back”. Share This
Read MoreLeadership Strategies and the “I’m the Best” Folk
When I conduct one day Pattern Aware Programs at companies the same thing happens over and over. At the lunch break, everyone talks about a boss, co-worker, mother-in-law, ex-partner or neighbor who fits perfectly into the pattern mold. There is always a joke or well chosen barb. Share This
Read Moreleadership Strategies and the “Ha Ha Ha Crowd”
Did you know a good belly laugh is great medicine for your immune system? Are you the kind who chuckles, snorts or can just laugh out loud? “It all depends” you say. Of course it all depends on what you think is funny and it all depends especially on the...
Read MoreLeadership Strategies and “Whoa is Me” Victims
Did you ever feel like the world was absolutely, categorically against you? Did you ever feel like even your best friend was looking at you with disdain? Ever feel like just pulling the covers over your head and never, ever, ever getting out of bed? Question, “So what do you...
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