Our Vantage Point
Vantage Point: (noun). A position that affords a wide or advantageous perspective; a unique point of view
A few years ago, I was having lunch with a friend whom I hadn’t seen since he landed his new position two years earlier. While we munched on our salads, I asked him how he liked his job. Half expecting …
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Can you remember the days when no feedback meant good news? When not hearing from your boss meant you were doing a good job? Well, that’s not so much the case today. Feedback is widely recognized as a key tool …
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Do you feel frustrated in your efforts to make a difference? Are you concerned you don’t have the right team in place? Are you tired of inheriting poor performers? If you answered yes to any of these, ask yourself: what’s …
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It has been said that people don’t quit their jobs; they quit their bosses. Therefore, all you need for 100% retention is to be a great boss – right? It’s not that simple, of course, but a colleague here at …
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A few years ago, I was attending a conference of executive coaches when a keynote speaker caught my attention. This gray-haired, seasoned executive coach suggested that we should not use the scientific model to benchmark our success as coaches, but …
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I recently had an energizing and candid conversation with a talented professional, just starting out in his career. The topic of conversation itself was common enough, but his mindset was striking to me. We were discussing whether or not he …
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When a well-respected national retailer asked us to facilitate a two-day talent review with their senior team, we stepped in eager to help them prepare for their future. Like many successful companies, this one clearly understands the crucial role its …
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Do you ever think about the great leaders that have passed through your life, and how they made you better? Through my work around Best Bosses, the thought is often near the top of my mind, but I recently had an …
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