Tuesday Reading
Breaking the Busyness Cycle
I tend to say “yes” to everything. There are many reasons. For a long time, this served me well enough, but it all became too much.
Grit Lasts Longer Than Giftedness
I offer this as an option to reframe a challenging situation into an opportunity to level up: grit lasts longer than giftedness.
Unprincipled
Most of my career, I had no principles.
In 2018, I got some, and it changed everything.
Let me explain.
Career Advancement for IT Professionals in Higher Education: To Move or Not to Move?
Exploring the two most common questions I’ve heard and actions to take when considering whether to move jobs or not.
Influencing, Not Manipulating
What’s the difference between influence and manipulation? A great discussion in a recent MOR workshop. An astute cohort member said it’s about intent.
Leadership and Bingo
I volunteer as a bingo caller at my church. During a recent game, my mind meandered to how a good bingo caller is similar to being a good leader.
Aspiring To Lead Like Ted Lasso
I am a huge Ted Lasso fan. It was so refreshing to see a show achieve success with a leader that was kind, ethical, humane, caring, and funny.
Do You Feel Like an Imposter?
The first time a coachee confessed to Imposter Syndrome I was puzzled. This person was accomplished, well-educated, and successful.
Dueling Identities
July 3, 1776, they considered themselves British citizens. The next day, they declared themselves independent Americans. What a shift in identity.
Advice from 2023 Commencement Speeches
It’s graduation time. I’ve “mined” graduation speeches for “golden nuggets” as we each take stock of where we are on our own journey.