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Sometimes you’re the bat, sometimes you’re the ball.Sometimes you’re the bug, sometimes you’re the windshield. Those colloquial sayings are intended to give us a visual, often soliciting a groan or a chuckle. But I want to give you another visual. Kintsugi – an ancient Japanese art form. When an object like a vase, a cup or a

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You know that sick-to-your-stomach feeling when something unexpected happens that you don’t want? I was talking with a couple of clients last week who were feeling that way because key players on their teams told them they’re leaving. The leaders were glad their people were selected for promotions, or had decided to pursue a dream,

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Once a month, Petra invites a leader to talk with her team about what’s important to them in their part of the company. No presentations or PowerPoint… just talk. They can take the 20 to 30 minutes in any direction they want. She’s been doing this for months and is delighted with the results. Each

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I was touched by the responses to last Sunday’s questions and appreciate the openness of those who wrote. A few thanked me for my interest in what they’re thinking. I’m always interested in knowing what’s on your mind and what you’re experiencing; it helps me know you better and guides my thinking about future messages

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