Are you asking the right questions?
It’s been said that training isn’t telling. Well either is coaching. People often expect that a coach will tell them what to do – fix their problem. In reality, coaching is about asking questions and probing to get at the unspoken thoughts and feelings that often prevent people from addressing the toughest […]
Straight from the Horse’s Mouth
People crave feedback. They don’t receive enough of it. Often when they do receive it, they are unsure what to do with it. Ever see someone mutter with embarrassment when they are praised or given a compliment? It doesn’t have to be formal or take a lot of time. It just needs to […]
The Truth about Motivation
As a consultant I’ve been asked by many leaders, “How do I motivate my people?” Last week I had the opportunity to hear author, Daniel Pink speak on the topic of his latest book, “Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us.” His research validated what I have experienced working with people for the past […]