When Teams and Leadership Do Not See the Same – Part 2

In the previous post (part 1), I wrote about what leadership should do when the team and leadership do not see the same issues as pertinent or most pressing. It is easy for teams to end up feeling the victims of leaders’ decisions if the leaders are not careful in how they manage the different views. While leadership …

When Teams and Leadership Do Not See the Same – Part 1

Often tension arises when teams and leadership do not see the same issues as pertinent & most pressing. Both the leader and the team have responsibilities to bring their perspectives to the table and to reach a consensus on the way forward. When teams and leadership do not see the same issues, there is possibility …

372 Days In Marriage – The Chores… Eish! – Part 3

(This is post is part of a series. I share our experiences from my perspective from just over a year of being married. I am no expert and only share some experiences and thoughts that can help start enriching conversations, at least) Chores are not fun but must be done! Before Ingrid and I got …

Making Teams Fit For Performance

After covering certain mileage it is wise to take your car in for a service. Failure to do so can create greater challenges and breakdown in the long run. The same applies to teams.  As you work, you get worn out. As people work closely, relationships can strain. You may be working in the same space …

More Space and Less Things

I enjoy spending time with Ingrid. (Just as well, she’s my wife! :)) Counting the number of conversations we’ve had would be a futile exercise. A few days ago we spoke briefly about space and things in our home. It was not a long conversation but, for me, turns out to be one that I …