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People leaving the organization is inevitable and sad, but it doesn’t have to be devastating if you document the process.
One of the most common issues I see in management, especially with early-career employees, is a struggle to stay organized and manage time well.
The Stoics got it right - focus only on what you can control - even if that's easier said than done.
I've sometimes seen a desire to throw $100,000 in salary and benefits at a "bandwidth problem" when it's really just a prioritization problem.
When's the last time you sat down with a list of your direct reports and asked yourself what they need, what they're struggling with, and what growth for them that week could look like?
One of the best ways to get a response, earn respect, and win is by getting to the point.
Sometimes, “building the plane while you fly it” is unavoidable. But here’s the question: Are you building the plane with duct tape or rivets?
A tough moment today can save you from months or years of frustration.
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I've been amazed in my career at what the small moments can turn into with some cultivation and patience.

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