by Steven M. Smith
History provides lessons for teams. Let’s take the time to explore a few of them.
This post explores patterns that I see resulting from the interaction of ability, demands and support. Let me explicitly state what I mean by those variables –
Ability is the capacity to do something through talent and skill.
Demands are the problems that [...]
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by Steven M. Smith
I have rules. You have rules. Teams have rules.
Rules trip up both individuals and teams causing unintended consequences.
We learn rules about such things as what we can do, what we can question, and what we can say.
A rule dictates behavior. But when transformed into a guide, it enables you to choose appropriate behavior.
Let’s explore three [...]
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