Good things need space to grow and prosper. Plants need space from weeds. Ideas need space from constant chatter in meetings. Mental clarity needs space from chaos –from our work desks to shoe racks. Implementing new ideas needs space from a constant inflow of shiny...

I may be able to prove that we are not making progress because of you. I may demonstrate that I am right and you are wrong. I may even show your weaknesses and incompetence. As a team, if we cannot move the needle, none of my arguments will matter. Our achievement is...

When we're caught up in the whirlwind of busyness, it's easy to get swept away. The constant buzz of new tasks and projects can make us feel important and in demand, like acrobats skillfully juggling multiple tasks with razor-sharp focus. But in this frenzy, time...

When someone is looking at us, our performance tends to skyrocket instantaneously. It may be at a gym. When you know someone is looking at you, your focus goes to the next level. It may be a sport, a dance, or any performance. With spectators and an audience, we tend...

We get into trouble because of the people who say ‘Yes’ when the response should be no! If we observe closely, we may be the culprits for saying yes. Here are some examples: Yes, our team can complete the project on time and with additional scope. Yes, if you vote for...

The whole point of communication is to understand each other. The problem is that it is a difficult task. Here are a few reasons why listening is too difficult: It consumes a lot of brain power, and our brain often tends to wander on light topics. We seek pleasure and...

When we focus on our goals, our energy flows toward achieving them. Some goals may be easy, while others are more challenging. We may persist in achieving some while changing our minds about others. As we remain focused on our goals, we often notice our gains and...