We are all served by being able to ask powerful questions. They help us build relationships, gain perspectives, learn things, solve problems, and coach others, among other things. Before we can ask great questions though, we must have great questions to ask! Here is a short list of short questions from my question collection. Use

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Ask any group of people to make a list of the reasons why meetings are painful or ineffective. Undoubtedly, “They start late” will always make the list. I know this because I have asked groups this question many times. So, starting on time is one of the biggest things we could do to make meetings

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Get people talking about challenges in their organizations and within minutes, the word “policy” will come up. We all have stories of a policy that seemed counter-intuitive or blocked us from doing what seemed to be the best course of action. And we have all been on the receiving end of “That’s against the policy”

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By far the most common concern of senior leaders is developing a corporate culture that creates great work and engages both customers and employees. While those are critical characteristics, the secret to any successful culture is the answer to the question: how will work get done. In our book, The Long Distance Team, Designing Your

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Excellence is a quality that we all desire—being outstanding or extremely good. Who wouldn’t want that in at least some aspects of their lives? You might argue that it’s a high bar to strive for in everything we do, but deep down, each of us seeks excellence in some form or another. After all, you

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ChatGPT is a name almost no one had heard of 12 months ago but is now on most people’s lips. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been around (and improving) for many years. Recently, tools like OpenAI’s ChatGPT have become the face of AI for many of us, capturing the imagination of the public and our politicians.

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I want to address a question that has been frequently asked: How can one become a more confident leader? Confidence is a vital attribute that not only propels our own growth but also influences those around us. Join me as we explore the significance of confidence in leadership and discover practical strategies to enhance it.Building

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I’ve long been a proponent of the power and value of reflection But as valuable as it is, people don’t always do it as frequently as they could. And often, we aren’t sure exactly how to do it. If you are looking for a practical way to reflect, start by asking yourself this question: What

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It’s human nature to resist acknowledging our mistakes or shortcomings, and when others point them out, it can leave us feeling vulnerable. However, it is in these moments of vulnerability that we have the opportunity to unlock our true potential as leaders and individuals. Join us as we dive into the realm of embracing criticism

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