by karen | blog, conflict, Spiral Impact |
It all began with a loud pop and a burned thumb. What began? Compassion for the vacuum cleaner. Previously, the vacuum just hung out in the closet, occasionally seeing the light of day to help clean. Then back into the closet. Nobody really cared. On this particular...
by karen | blog, centering, communication, Leadership, performance improvement |
Have you ever shared sake? Sake etiquette is to fill your companions’ cups and allow your companions to fill yours. This is the tradition. Sharing a flask of sake, each pours for the other, no one pours his own. This sounds easy, although, I notice it is difficult! It...
by karen | blog, conflict, teams |
Spiral Impact Q & A Question: What to do about Office Gossip? Answer: Karen shares how to Spiral Impact this challenge with simple and practical suggestions for individuals and teams/organizations. Join the conversation! [vimeo]https://vimeo.com/25141776[/vimeo]...
by karen | aikido, blog, conflict, Leadership, performance improvement |
Aikido imitates life. This morning’s observation: grasping stops flow, takes a lot of energy and creates conflict. Conversely, guiding expands possibilities and energy. As a leader or educator do you grasp and control your people? Or, do you guide and engage...