June 30, 2014

Five ways your proficiency is hindering you

Your own proficiency is hindering you. By definition, it’s inevitable. Proficiency is about gaining skill through repetition. The more skillful you become, the less energy it takes to sustain your level of competence. When it comes to how you ...

December 13, 2013

I’m confused. Is that ambiguity you’re hiding behind?

Eschew obfuscation. I learned those words long ago. It’s an ironic phrase which means to avoid creating confusion or bewilderment. Even more plainly, it means to speak plainly. You’d think that’s something every leader would practice. Isn’t it taught ...

June 27, 2010

Thought for the Day – Ephesians 3:12 on Confidence

In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.”– Ephesians 3:12 (NIV) As a business consultant for over 15 years now, I’ve learned that successful consultants possess two important attributes. The first, not ...

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Five ways your proficiency is hindering you

I’m confused. Is that ambiguity you’re hiding behind?

Thought for the Day – Ephesians 3:12 on Confidence