Discipline Is Us
Several years ago, while staying at a hotel for a competency-based training session, Dr. L. Michael Hall overheard an interesting conversation at the breakfast restaurant. Standing by the coffee machine,
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Why Coaching Expertise Isn’t Built Overnight
At first glance, coaching and facilitation skills may seem straightforward. After all, we spend our lives listening to others, supporting loved ones, asking questions, and offering feedback. These activities feel
Organizational Change by Way of Better Thinking
To understand and address the complexities of organizational problems, we must dive deeply into their structure. Corporate problems can be categorized in numerous ways—system problems, communication problems, skills deficits, personality
The Challenge of Organizational Change
In a previous article Coaching Organizational Change: A Complex Challenge, a brief overview was provided on the concept of coaching organizational change, contrasting it with individual change. The article concluded
The What and the How: Mastering Content and Execution
When it comes to learning, the process can be divided into two key components: the what and the how. Understanding these components is essential to mastering any skill or discipline,
Coaching Organizational Change: A Complex Challenge
Organizational change is a familiar concept, yet a daunting reality. Many organizations recognize the need for change, but few succeed in implementing it effectively. For a coach, guiding an organization
True Thinkers Are Dangerous
If there’s one thing tyrants and dictators despise, it is people who think. Those hungry for power and control prefer individuals they can manipulate, but true thinkers resist control. True
Strategic Thinking and Chess: Developing the Mindset for Long-Term Success
The Core of Strategic Thinking
To excel in any field, mastering strategic thinking is essential. This type of thinking involves envisioning the future while maintaining a firm grasp of the present.
People Development or Productivity?
When working as a trainer or coach within a company, it’s essential to align with the organization’s unique goals and priorities. A key question to ask is:
"What does this company
Expertise: A Function of Focusing
“If people knew how hard I work to gain mastery, it wouldn’t seem wonderful at all.”
– Michaelangelo
The Power of Flow and Focus
The relationship between focus and expertise has been widely