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Twenty years ago I used to think that many problems in the workplace were fundamentally communication issues.
I’ve refined my thinking since then.
The problem with this mindset is that the solutions seem obvious: More communication. Clearer communication. Stronger communication. But the fact is that we’re incredibly over-communicated these days, and it’s overwhelming and stressful.
Read the rest of this entry »Curiosity is one of the main tools for being a coach. At least for me.
When I have nothing to learn, I’m really acting in the role of an advisor or consultant. As soon as I understand the client’s situation, I can have an opinion about how to move forward.
That’s not a good thing, because what I’m really saying is how I would move forward if I was in that situation. Which may be absolutely the wrong thing for my client!
The solution?
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The Values-Based Business 