The Language of Organizational Life
So that is it. Michael Phelps is done with the Olympics after the most awe-inspiring career one can imagine for an Olympic athlete. What will he do now? He will need a job doing something, right? Would you want to talk to Michael about a job in your organization? I would think so. But why? He... Continue Reading →
This is a continuation from my last post. Funny how things connect for us, right? By chance I bumped into an article on the CNN Health website last night that speaks in some depth on the topic of belonging. In my last post I paid homage to Marina Keegan who wrote a touching essay for... Continue Reading →
I attended a meeting recently and saw something different as I entered the room. Instead of the typical long rectangular conference table, there were just chairs arranged in rough circles, one within the other (see illustration below). Immediately I knew this meeting was starting well. As leaders, we can not dismiss the importance of room... Continue Reading →
I recently came across an article through Fast Company Magazine titled, "You're Hired. Now Figure Things Out". In this article they talk about an employee handbook from the video game development company, Valve. They are responsible for several top games including the Half-Life Series and the Portal games. This handbook was written by the employees and made it to... Continue Reading →
Where is my flashlight? Oh yea, the office lights work; I am good. It is late at night and I am the only person in the office. This can also be a Saturday afternoon or a Sunday morning - either way, I am alone in the office. The work is done and I am thinking... Continue Reading →
I recently came across an article on Forbes.com titled, Cultivate Leaders Throughout An Organization, Not Just At The Top, by Zephrin Lasker. As I read the article I thought it important to share with you all. There is a great reference in this article to get us going today - acclaimed essayist William Deresiewicz, in... Continue Reading →
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