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 must … [Read more...]
Tripwire Removal
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 … [Read more...]
Stop that Mole Now
Do you have a mole undermining the work of your team? Someone who constantly complains privately to any teammate who will listen but refuses to bring that same complaint publicly to the team? Someone whose actions are destroying teamwork? A mole erodes productivity. Stop that mole now. A team is like a garden. A good gardener manages pests … [Read more...]
It Works for You: It Doesn’t Work for Me
When you coach another teammate, keep in mind that what works for you may not work for me. Let me share an example -- a service I offer is coaching people on how to more effectively lead team meetings. Whenever a team is exploring a topic, there comes a time when the facilitator needs to gain everyone's attention so they can move the process to … [Read more...]
What is Leadership?
How do I define leadership? Leadership is the ability to adapt the setting so everyone feels empowered to contribute creatively to solving the problems. Leadership is an ability, meaning a leader has a capacity to do something through talent and skill. Talent is natural ability and skill is proficiency gained through training and experience. Talent … [Read more...]
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