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The Invisible Operating System
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The line between accountability and policing.
The momentum killer that disguises itself as preparation.
Mismatched expectations nobody has spoken aloud.
Is it them, or is it me?
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Your Blind Spots
On a cold March day in 1988, when I was 14, a Toyota Camry took me out on my bicycle. It remains among the…
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What’s Your North Star?
I spent three days recently with a Provenite company conducting their quarterly strategic plan. This company is fully committed to unlocking their potential through…
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When to Chase Squirrels [Instructions]
Happy New Year! 2022 here we come! New beginnings. New opportunities. New squirrels to chase. And, perhaps a new hangover evicting 2021 last night……
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Charlie, The Savior is Born
Does your company have an avatar to help guide marketing, strategy and training? You should!
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Close Your Loops & Ease Your Mind
There I was lying in bed desperate for sleep. It was the third night in a row. I finally rolled over. 2:11am. UGH. Knowing…
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The Incredible Tax We Pay
Early in my career, I went to Paris with friends. At the time, I was helping run a company that went from $5.9MM to…
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Solving Monday Morning Problems
Companies exist to solve problems. But, is your company solving a Monday Morning Problem (MMP)? If your company isn’t solving a Monday Morning Problem,…
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The Indisputable Case for Values
Values establish the rules of engagement and the operating system for your business (or your life). Values create environments for decisive, predictable actions. They…
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The December 1st Curse
So, it’s here: December 1st. There are so many celebrating the end of 2020 and the changes it will bring. Unfortunately, the only thing…
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