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The power of defining what you want

February 6, 2020 By onpointleadership Leave a Comment

The power of defining what you want

Managers Problem Solve Many managers state that their conversations at work are all about problem solving. Topics range from issues with the boss, to a conflict with a peer or direct report, to a misunderstanding with a coworker. Are you the manager who tells your people to come with solutions not … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Conflict Management, management, Problem Solving, Uncategorized

Problem Talk is Quicksand

March 20, 2018 By onpointleadership Leave a Comment

Problem Talk is Quicksand

I am drawn to stories of survival; and the other day when I saw a video of how to survive falling through ice, it intrigued me to keep learning. It reminded me of another video of Bear Grylls getting out of quicksand. Both mentioned letting your legs float up behind you and becoming horizontal to spread … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Communication, Conflict Management, Problem Solving

Ass/u/me

December 19, 2017 By onpointleadership

Ass/u/me

Makes an ass out of you and me. I heard this a long time ago and it stuck. Lately I have been barraged with assumptions coming from friends, clients, in the news- everywhere.  In one day I experienced at least five assumptions, 100% which were wrong: Call from a neighbor- I assumed the worst and it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Communication, Conflict Management, Problem Solving, Relationship Building

10 reasons you don’t get along with your boss

December 5, 2017 By onpointleadership Leave a Comment

10 reasons you don’t get along with your boss

First, the solution- Muster the courage to ask, plan your conversation and seek feedback! Lack of alignment- Maybe you are not listening when they tell you what’s important. Do you know your boss’ top priorities? Do you know what they care about most? If not, ask or figure it out pronto. Then … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Communication, Conflict Management, Featured, growth, Team

Making Peace with Conflict: What Leaders Need to Know

May 10, 2016 By onpointleadership Leave a Comment

Making Peace with Conflict: What Leaders Need to Know

I was definitely surprised by the feedback from my last blog. While I discussed coping with a boss who avoids conflict, I was bombarded with messages from people who shared this reaction: “Help! I am that boss. What should I do?” If you tend to avoid conflict, you’re clearly not alone. To more closely … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Adding Value, Authenticity, Communication, Conflict Management, Featured, Leadership, Team

How to Cope with a Boss Who Avoids Conflict

April 19, 2016 By onpointleadership 1 Comment

How to Cope with a Boss Who Avoids Conflict

When tortoises feel threatened, they retreat into their thick shells to safely wait out the potential crisis. But what happens when managers use that same strategy in the workplace? Everything seems to make them feel backed into a corner. Not just the metaphorical 18-wheeler barreling down the highway … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Challenges, Communication, Conflict Management, Leadership, Problem Solving, Taking Action, Team

Feeling Mentally Capsized? The Flip Side of Work/Life Balance

April 5, 2016 By onpointleadership Leave a Comment

Feeling Mentally Capsized?  The Flip Side of Work/Life Balance

Spoiler Alert: this is NOT one of those work/life balance articles about being consumed by our work and allowing it to invade our personal lives. Instead, I want to address the opposite side of the problem: when “personal” invades “professional.” What happens to our work performance when we are being … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Communication, Conflict Management, Leadership, Problem Solving, Taking Action

The Dangers of Office Gossip: Pope Francis Weighs In

October 6, 2015 By onpointleadership Leave a Comment

The Dangers of Office Gossip: Pope Francis Weighs In

Pope Francis may not have specifically preached about the evils of office gossip during his recent U.S. visit, but he has often discussed the dangerous consequences of this “harmful chatter…that continually sows tensions.” In fact, he’s spoken about gossip on at least three occasions, and his message is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Adding Value, Challenges, Communication, Conflict Management, Leadership, Team

Great Leadership and the Surprising Need for Distance

April 21, 2015 By onpointleadership Leave a Comment

Great Leadership and the Surprising Need for Distance

Our society just can’t seem to get enough of the latest high-tech gadgets. (Apple Watch, anyone?) On the other hand, the technology that allows us to be digitally connected 24/7 can also keep us distracted and create distance in our personal and professional relationships. Ever glance around the room in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Challenges, Communication, Conflict Management, Leadership, Team

How to Build Shared Interest With Your Team

March 24, 2015 By onpointleadership Leave a Comment

How to Build Shared Interest With Your Team

Recently a client of mine was facing a difficult situation: Over the past few years, his company had acquired several manufacturing plants in the area. As the head of the division, he needed to pull together his team of managers from the different facilities, and bring them all up to speed with the new … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Challenges, Communication, Conflict Management, Leadership, Team

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