Innovation, leadership, and navigating the evolving workplace
I share practical insights and strategies on personal and professional growth through frequent blog posts. In addition, through Lead By Innovation, I provide comprehensive innovation skills consulting services that help you to better serve your clients and customers.
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September 8, 2023The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly impacted every aspect of our lives, including how we work. With the rise of remote work and job disruptions, many individuals have had the opportunity to reflect on their careers and reassess their priorities. Choosing Freedom Over Corporate Life During a... -
July 17, 2023I could tell something was off on my first day in the office. The leadership ran things just a little too fast. Everything felt impromptu, last minute, and fly by the seat of your pants. Although the work was getting done, and the executives were happy, it...
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July 14, 2023They’ll never go for this idea, I thought. They are too conservative. They want to keep things the way they are. It’s what’s been working for years. It can’t hurt to ask. Sometimes introducing new ideas and expanding a company can feel like being trapped in a box,...
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July 4, 2023Here's the simple truth: Your people know. They're in the trenches, every day, doing the work, learning the ropes, discovering what ticks and what doesn't. That's the power of the collective... the collective wisdom, that is. The question is, however, are you listening?
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July 3, 2023Sometimes, it's faster to change things as you go, rather than sticking to a plan you made at the start. This means your plans should always be open to changes. You don't need to plan every little detail before you start! Finding the Balance When you're...
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July 2, 2023I don't consider myself a natural leader, natural salesman, or a natural innovator. However, I've figured out how to make it work. Over time, I've found myself in positions of increasing authority and responsibility. Not because I'm charismatic, or have the ability to command people...
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July 1, 2023Everything I learned about service started with my first job working at a grocery store during summers and holidays while I was in high school. The store's mantra was providing "fast, friendly service", and everyone practiced it with enthusiasm. Baggers, or "courtesy clerks", efficiently packed groceries...
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June 30, 2023At times, we come across solution proposals that may not cohere with the broader context of the organization. An instance of this occurred when I assisted a client in revamping their company's vision, strategy, structure, and work processes. We were thrown a curveball when a...