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Feb02

Want to build great relationships? Then start by assuming positive intent

Read the article we have written for 2020visionleader.com: Want to build great relationships? Then start by assuming positive intent Everyone is different. Everyone is their own unique person. Just because they don’t think or feel like you, that doesn’t mean that they are wrong. People typically do the best they can. Rarely do people intentionally set out to annoy others or create conflict. If somebody says or does something that...

Jan24

Perfection is outdated

Elisabet Hearn and I wrote this article for 2020visionleader.com A reporter once asked a very successful businessman: “What is the secret to your success?” The man replied: “Two words” “And they are?” “Right decisions” “OK, I see – and how do you make the right decisions?” “One word” “And that is?” “Experience” “I see, and how do you get experience?” “Two words” “And what are they?” “Wrong decisions” We heard this story years ago –...

Jan09

How to be a open-minded thinker

Elisabet Vinberg Hearn and I wrote this article for 2020visionleader.com A few years ago, we had the privilege of being in Oxford, listening to various topics being debated by a group of very verbal 16-year old students. What an amazing experience it was, what incredible flexibility of mind these teenagers were able to convey. We were so very impressed and indeed inspired. And it very effectively highlighted the importance and value...

Nov25

Leadership Stripped Bare

“But bosses can pretty much do what they want, that’s what’s so sad”These were the exact words said by a woman pacing up and down a deserted aisle in the supermarket one evening. She was on her mobile talking to what seemed to be a colleague, based on the contents of their conversation. I didn’t want to eavesdrop, but those words spoke volumes about her state of mind and were hard not to hear. There was a sense of resignation about...

Nov01

Why multitasking is a good crisis skill but a bad habit

Elisbabet Vinberg Hearn and I wrote this article for 2020visionleader.com Multitasking has long been praised as a great thing. Well, we think it’s a bit of a curse – and let us tell you why. When you’re multitasking you are not really giving anything your full attention. You are easily distracted and your tasks take longer to complete. And if nothing gets full attention, it’s not getting all of you. And are you at your best if you’re...