3 Practices of High Performers

Aug 16, 2015 | Business

Whenever I hear a manager or partner describe someone as a high performer, I ask what it is that makes them so. Are they smarter? Do they work longer? Are they more likeable? None of the above. Inevitably, people tell me that their high performers engage in three...

One Thing HPs Do Well

Oct 12, 2014 | Business

One of the advantages I have in working with high performers is I get to see how they think and what they do. For instance, they seem to be able to work through problems as they arise and keep making progress. Specifically, when they get to a point in their work where...

Put Yourself Out There

May 19, 2013 | Business

People get up every morning wishing their lives were easier, more interesting, or more fulfilling. Where they are it isn’t enough for them. They want more. This is normal and understandable. The only problem is that they will wake up tomorrow wishing the same thing,...

The Power of Fun

May 12, 2013 | Business

Whenever I come across professionals who are grousing around, I’m known to ask if they like what they do. Of course, they go through their litany of reasons why they shouldn’t, but will eventually acknowledge that they do. In the moment, they just forgot and allow the...

Don’t Perform. Contribute.

Mar 24, 2013 | Business

I assume you have already mapped out your week or will do so immediately after reading this post. Having done it, how do you view the work that is before you? It matters, you know. If you view your work as merely performing your many responsibilities, you will be...