Not Immediacy, But Importance

Jul 4, 2022 | Business, Performance, Personal Management

Deadlines Matter One of the advantages of hard deadlines is that they serve as a barometer to sort our priorities—what is more important than something else. Hard deadlines are the non-negotiable targets that are usually imposed from outside of you and create clarity...

Social Interaction or Work Transaction?

Jun 30, 2022 | Business, Leadership

  We’re Only Human The need for human connection has been known for thousands of years. While everyone’s belonging needs vary, all of us require social interaction with others. Even the most reclusive individuals have a modicum of interaction need. Prior to the...

Ego And Control

Jun 19, 2022 | Business, Leadership, Personal Management

Conflicting Attitudes I love hearing professionals talk about the individuals who were so vital to their development. They speak of them as mentors, coaches and supervisors who took the time to teach and direct their growth.  They all report that they benefited...

Get Your Charge Hours Up

Jun 12, 2022 | Business, Leadership, Performance

Review Time Annual or semi-annual reviews in firms are being conducted across the nation. Many of my client firms have made these reviews a regular part of their feedback system. Unfortunately, sometimes these meetings are conducted by managers and partners who fail...

Become Hybrid Competent

Jun 5, 2022 | Business, Performance, Personal Management

A New Competency I came across a term recently that describes the plight of so many professionals attempting to figure out how to work and live in the same space. It’s called being “hybrid competent.” As I thought about it, my mind went to all the struggles and...