My Team is the Underdog! How do I Motivate Them Now? #AskingforaFriend
Asking for a Friend: How Do You Inspire Your Team When They’re the Underdog? You know that feeling. The buzzer just sounded. You and your scrappy band of underdogs are stepping onto the court, and it’s clear the other guys are taller, faster, and, let’s be...
The Most Overlooked Part of Difficult Conversations? Location, Location, Location.
Difficult Conversations: It’s not just WHAT you say, BUT WHERE you say it If you’ve ever been blindsided by feedback via Slack, had your stomach drop at a cryptic text from your boss, or—yes, it happens—been let go over Zoom, you’re not alone. One of the most...
Personal Courage: How to Focus on What You Want (Not What You Fear)
Practical Ways to Summon a Bit More Personal Courage You want more personal courage. You want to take that bold step, make the big decision, or speak up when it matters. But then… fear creeps in. What if it goes wrong? What if you fail? What if people judge you? If...
Sudden layoff: How Do I Help My Friend Who Just Lost Their Job?
Practical Ways to Show Up as a Human-Centered Supporter after a Sudden Layoff Your friend just lost their job in a sudden layoff. They’re blindsided–concerned for themselves and the mission. Maybe it’s tied to recent government turbulence or related...
