What do alien robot goats, shark tank simulations, house fires, croissants, and enterprise architecture have in common? Each of them appeared in stories that came up over the last few weeks as I worked with some of the best…
I learn a lot about leading and communicating from my dog. In fact, if I’d have known there was such a treasure trove of learning to be had from owning a dog, I’d have gotten one years ago when…
The Top 10 Mistakes Good Managers Make and How to Avoid Them FREE Webinar - Wednesday March 19 at 6pm PST This 45-minute webinar is designed to help new and seasoned managers recognize the 10 most common and debilitating…
The Communication Toolkit for Technical Leaders Most technology professionals know that communication is just as important as the technical aspects of our work. And let’s face it, there are times when we’d all like to hide behind our devices…
How much leadership is enough? It’s one of the toughest dilemmas managers face. Too little, and your team will flounder like a rudderless ship. Too much, and you become the dreaded micromanager. Our Consulting Director, Paul Spencer, describes a…
Over the last few months we’ve been sharing a lot about engagement, that sweet spot where maximum contribution and maximum satisfaction overlap to create great results. We’ve talked about the three pillars of engaging, enabling, and energizing your team.…
As we approach the holidays, I am reminded of the magic of this season and just how often seemingly random events are anything but random. It started simply enough with a cup of tea, a tea bag with little…
Have you ever wondered how to get your team engaged in what they do? How to create that sense of excitement that is the hallmark of a great team. Our Consulting Director, Paul Spencer, gives you three ways you…
Project Managers are often trained on PMI processes, but left to fend for themselves when it comes to leadership skills. Our consulting Director, Paul Spencer, knows this all too well - it happened to him. In this article, Paul…