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- The Things We Think but Do Not Say - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2020 from Greg GiesenWhy do we hold back on saying the things that matter? In the movie Jerry Maguire, Jerry, played by Tom Cruise, has an epiphany in the middle of the night that ends up changing his life. In that moment he comes to the realization that his agency’s focus on getting more clients is completely ...
Views: 807 - The Sailing Trip from Hell - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2020 from Greg GiesenThe four-day trip around the Channel Islands, just off the coast of Southern California, started out like it was supposed to—calm seas, plenty of sunshine, and moderate wind speed of 18 to 20 knots. The channel was only about 35 miles across, which meant we would make safe harbor for the evening ...
Views: 773 - An Alternative to New Year's Resolutions - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2012 from Greg GiesenWhat’s wrong with New Year’s resolutions? Is it because the word “resolution” has become associated with superficial, lofty goals that fade almost as quickly as our hangover from the New Year’s Eve celebration? Or could it be that there is simply no time between Thanksgiving and New Year’s to do ...
Views: 1650 - Authentic Leadership - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2008 from Greg GiesenMuch like the lighthouse that provides guidance and direction for sea-bearing vessels, leaders must become the beacon of light in their own lives before they can effectively lead others. As we have come to learn, true leadership is not about a title or a position in an organization. Nor is it ...
Views: 1424 - Managing Organizational Conflict - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from Greg GiesenAll too often organizations cry out for what I call the quick fix. You know the scenario: two employees not getting along, probably personality differences, not real receptive to previous internal interventions, etc., so the organization decides to bring in outside help to fix the problem. ...
Views: 3652 - Eight Simple Rules to Resolving Conflict And Improving Relationships - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from Greg GiesenManaging conflict with coworkers doesn’t have to be difficult. Below are eight simple rules that should both help you deal with conflict and improve your relationships at work. Rule 1: See conflict as an opportunity Your perception of conflict has a direct impact on how it plays out in your ...
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