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Do you have difficulty assuming positive intent?
Assuming positive intent and non-malicious action from others is difficult. Especially if you have a high ACE score.
An Engineer’s Guide to Perfectionism
Chances are, you’re a perfectionist. You don’t have to be an engineer to get curious about letting go of perfectionism as it’s part of the human experience. Not all engineers are perfectionists but all perfectionists will go above and beyond to seek THE perfect strategy. The strategy that attempts to engineer a lot of control and certainty around how they are perceived and the outcomes of the spaces and places with which they live and lead.
Both, And - A 2022 Reflection
Last year, the Problem Solving Institute accomplished a lot. Not only did we manage to rack up a lot of sky miles, we hit some milestones. Last year was also not devoid of setbacks and failures.
Educator Wellness Fund
The Problem Solving Institute, in partnership with Region 8 Education Service Center and the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne, is excited to announce the establishment of its new Educator Wellness Fund.
Why Do We Say “Embrace the Suck”?
For anyone that knows or follows me, you all know that I preach “Embracing the Suck.”
For those who are unaware of the term, let’s talk about it.
What is Courage?
What is Courage?
I can share with you a bit what courage is not, especially coming from my leadership background:
"Being a Knower & Being Right" is Deteriorating Trust
Many of us were taught that it was critical to know all the answers and to be right.
Be right at all costs, cause when you're not, you're an idiot or perceived as one.
When you're not right or not quick with answers, you're not fit to lead or to have the title of leader.
Regret - The Fair But Tough Teacher
When I turned 40, I started questioning my decisions and looking back on life: Have I done what I said I would? Did I accomplish my goals? Where did the last 40 years go? Am I where I thought I would be? Some call it a midlife crisis; instead, I call it a midlife reflection.
I noticed a pattern during these moments of reflection. So much has happened — amazing trips, career stories, friendships, heartbreaks, opportunities and memories. There also are regretful moments, and I think to myself, oh goodness, I wish I could have done that differently
Feedback Sucks - Make It Suck Less
How do you handle tough feedback when your team or direct reports have fallen a bit short?
Even if you're not terminating a team member, what about performance evaluations?
Does your team know what behaviors are really appreciated and which ones are not?
What about a candidate selection during a competitive promotional opportunity?
Does every candidate know where they stand after the selection is over especially the ones who did not get selected?
The Two-Word Check-In Technique
Our teams and organizations deserve the best we can be as leaders, and sometimes we have to face challenges in order to do our best.
So with that said, I want to share a technique that I use as a facilitator that helps me start meetings, either with my team, my clients, or with my client's team
An Important Question About Shame Resilience
When it comes to Shame, Dr. Brené Brown says: "When it comes to shame, all of us have it, but none of us want to talk about it; and the less we talk about it, the more we have it." I feel that instead of holding onto this shame, we as people should help people experiencing shame to feel the opposite emotions instead.
How I Needed to Improve Trustworthiness
Today I want to talk about Trust.
I know that's a loaded word because I think trust means something different to everyone, so i want to talk about me; specifically about a role I was in
Trust as a Pillar of Courage
Dr. Brené Brown talks about how trust is one of the pillars of courage. She defines trust as "the willingness to be vulnerable based on the belief that you will not be rejected or hurt." So often allow our fears to get in the way of trusting others. We worry about being hurt or rejected, so we build walls to protect ourselves. But in doing so, we also build barriers that prevent us from deepening our relationships and experiencing true intimacy.
Police Reform-Whose Responsibility Is It?
The policing profession is in crisis. These are the words from Chiefs of Police who serve various agencies across the country at this year’s International Association of Chiefs of Police conference in Dallas, TX. What’s even more disturbing is that the call for support is not consistently being answered.
Vulnerability as a Pillar of Courage
"There are three things that make vulnerability possible: shame, fear, and unworthiness."
Dr. Brené Brown has dedicated her life's work to understanding vulnerability, knowing that it is essential to living a courageous life.
In this blog post, we'll explore what vulnerability means in the context of courage and how you can start using it as a tool in your own life.
Daring Leadership for a Better World
Leadership is often seen as a heroic act: boldly going where others won't in order to achieve something great.
But true leadership is not about being fearless; it's about having the courage to be vulnerable.
Brené Brown, one of the world's leading experts on courage, vulnerability, and shame, has spent decades studying the power of Daring Leadership.
Read on to learn more about Daring Leadership and how it benefits individuals and organizations alike
Armored Leadership Example
When it comes to Armored Leadership, what does armor look lie for a leader when they put it on?
Learn how I used armor in my career by reading here.
2021: The year of the Grrr’s – Growth, Grief & Gratitude
It seems the tendency during this time of the year is to implement some drastic changes and determine our New Year’s Resolution. The things that we want to be different going forward.
