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Communication

Sloppy language exposes sloppy thinking. Use the right words.

A lot of workplace and personal relationship issues come down to poor communication, which often comes from sloppy thinking. Learn to use the right words.

By Peter, 1 weekMay 22, 2023 ago
Communication

To think outside the box, they first must perceive the box

Expecting your team to think outside the box when they don’t even know there is a box will frustrate and baffle you. But there are things you can do to help.

By Peter, 2 weeksMay 17, 2023 ago
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Introducing the Gray Bear Coach Showcase, inspired by International Coaching Week

These short interviews inspired by International Coaching Week explain what professional coaching is, how it works, and the profound benefits of coaching.

By Peter, 3 weeksMay 8, 2023 ago
Conflict

Using self-awareness to erase fear of change—a brain-twisting approach to expand your perspective

Change is inevitable. Fear of change is not. Being aware of your tendencies and expanding your perspective can help you face and get through change.

By Peter, 4 weeksMay 1, 2023 ago
Life

Three tips for overcoming disappointment and moving forward

Tough things happen. Here are three tips for overcoming disappointment and getting back on track when something threatens to derail you or your progress.

By Peter, 1 monthApril 24, 2023 ago
Communication

Three simple rules for good written communication

Most people who think they’re great communicators aren’t. Three rules for good written communication: Value the reader’s time. Don’t equivocate. Don’t decorate.

By Peter, 1 monthApril 17, 2023 ago
Communication

Keep an open mind and argue with yourself

Before clicking “publish” on last week’s blog post about roles and responsibilities, I had to delete one of the three examples I’d written to support my main premise. It was like an hour’s work, with cited links and amusing quotes. It was based on an insight I’d had years ago Read more…

By Peter, 2 monthsApril 11, 2023 ago
Community

Knowing when to break the rules

This post is about roles and responsibilities, both in a team and in society. It includes a sports metaphor and a picture of me wearing an orange safety vest.

By Peter, 2 monthsApril 4, 2023 ago
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The new anxiety of going on vacation—pressing back against a constricting comfort zone

In a world driven by influencers and outrage, most people I know are experiencing a constricting comfort zone. Minor fears can lead to feelings of shame.

By Peter, 2 monthsMarch 29, 2023 ago
Leadership

Why a leader’s opinion on working from home or returning to the office shouldn’t matter

Leaders often think that everyone who doesn’t agree with them is simply wrong. Sometimes this is due to the false consensus effect, and it can kill morale.

By Peter, 2 monthsMarch 22, 2023 ago

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