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There is nothing better for people than to be happy and to do good Ecclesiastes 3:12  

Q: I was assigned to a project that was a big failure. How do I recover? A:  Have you explored the following questions?What is the gap between expected and actual project outcomes? Did someone actually say the project was a … Continue reading →

Does your environment support exploration and change? Look around. Are the people in your immediate environment—your friends, family and colleagues—open to change? Are they stimulating and interesting? Do they relate to change with “Bring it on!” or with suspicion or … Continue reading →

Q.  I am in Sales and on track to exceed my numbers by the end of this month. I have a few small deals in the pipeline, and I honestly don’t expect another big deal to close until first quarter … Continue reading →

Q: Help me! Each year we go to our summer home in Chilmark for three weeks. I used to love it! But now, we have only been here four days and my brain is numbed by repetition of the same … Continue reading →

Blind spots take many forms. Your blind spot may be a tendency to put yourself down, to resist data contrary to your desires, or to avoid conflict. Your blind spot may show up in a pet project that you protect far … Continue reading →

Q: She went to HR and said that I yelled a lot and pushed too hard. Why didn’t she come to me?  I don’t yell. A:  Oh, where to begin. There is a lot packed into your question and without understanding … Continue reading →

George had sought out a stretch assignment that he expected would set him up for promotion because it gave him a chance to put his capabilities and expertise on display. The assignment was recognized as a big challenge, and George succeeded with … Continue reading →

Q:  Ambushed! My boss called me in on Friday and walked me through the severance package.  He assured me that it is generous and said that my last official day is July 15, then he added, “If you want you … Continue reading →