I've used the blob tree (pictured above) for years. It's a great tool to get feedback & initiate dialogue in a creative way. It's critters (or blobs) represent all types of feelings & are jumping off points for stories. Last week I responded to reader Miriam's comment (below) with a 2 part … [Read more...] about You & your supervisor … meh, yeah or wah?
A 2 part statement to help you resolve conflict (yep, it can be that easy)
Conflict can be wrenching (pun intended). When we're in conflict we tend to do more of whatever's not working. We can get into an endless cycle of repetition saying the same thing over & over, the 'he said - she said' saga. Can you relate?We're not exactly wired for conflict resolution To … [Read more...] about A 2 part statement to help you resolve conflict (yep, it can be that easy)
A simple, easy tool to help your blender brain (& your emotional hygiene)
Blender brain. It's what I call the state of having so many things whirring through my mind that it's hard to focus or move forward. Can you relate? Last post I wrote about the intriguing concept of emotional hygiene - a concept coined by Guy Winch - which is being mindful of our psychological … [Read more...] about A simple, easy tool to help your blender brain (& your emotional hygiene)
Emotional hygiene – we pay more attention to our teeth than we do our minds (Guy Winch)
I was listening to the NPR Ted Radio hour podcast recently when something Guy Winch said struck a chord. Emotional hygiene. My noggin' perked up, as I've been known to suffer from what I call blender-brain-itis (I can have a hard time shutting the whirring, churning of ideas, … [Read more...] about Emotional hygiene – we pay more attention to our teeth than we do our minds (Guy Winch)
Team assets? A simple tool to find them
Teams that can at first glance look like a hot mess, inevitably have strengths if you look close enough. Upon second & third look, interesting stories start to emerge. I encourage all teams to look for their assets or strengths (as well as their challenges). Every team has them, even … [Read more...] about Team assets? A simple tool to find them
Your team building results are in- check out the most common pitfalls for teams
We all need a little help from our team mates, as the video above so charmingly displays. Yet high functioning teams, that work well together, & know & understand each other well, while critical to success in the workplace, are rare. While Forbes says team building is 'the most … [Read more...] about Your team building results are in- check out the most common pitfalls for teams
5 lessons from trekking with camels
A blast of pungent, loamy, putrid smell wafted by my nose. Next came an odd, indescribable sounds of protest - a whine, guttural groan & deep, back of the throat rumbling wrapped into one.Turning around I saw our beasts of burden for the first time - 3 camels that would accompany us on a … [Read more...] about 5 lessons from trekking with camels
I don't wish you a fabulous 2017
We’ve become so used to superlatives. At the best they’re empty & meaningless & at worst they set a ridiculously high bar. So with that in mind, I don’t wish you the most amazing year yet. I don’t wish that 2017 is better than all others for you. I don’t wish you … [Read more...] about I don't wish you a fabulous 2017
A holiday wish for you – treat him right, he is your brother
I'm a huge ABBA fan. I think Mamma Mia is one of the best, feel good movies ever. Much to some of my friends' dismay, I can get lost on the dance floor while grooving to ABBA songs.ABBA museum here I come I was over the moon when I got to go to the ABBA museum in Stockholm, … [Read more...] about A holiday wish for you – treat him right, he is your brother
Need to assess your team's assets & gaps? Here's an easy, one question tool
As I write this from my hotel room there’s a cacophony of birds chirping outside, which is blending with the sweet sounds of Zap Mama (a Belgian, Congolese group) singing Brrrlak from my playlist. The sun is streaming through a lush canopy of trees, with Mount Kenya shrouded in the mist in … [Read more...] about Need to assess your team's assets & gaps? Here's an easy, one question tool
Two simple ways to get out of marshmallow sticky conflict
How do you illuminate the boxes that are limiting your thinking & unstick stuck thinking? First of all, identify the boxes. If you think you’re a Carrot Life Lens® ...(See A from last week’s post if you need some background info) Pat yourself on the back for your amazing … [Read more...] about Two simple ways to get out of marshmallow sticky conflict
How to identify when frustration is limiting your flexibility
Quick – what the stickiest substance you can think of? Marshmallows that have been roasted over a campfire & are now all over your fingers? Chewing gum that’s annoyingly smeared on your favourite top? Whatever substance you’re thinking of, multiple that by 100 & you’ll have an idea … [Read more...] about How to identify when frustration is limiting your flexibility
