Spiral Impact

Who is to blame? click on the picture to watch Brene Brown’s cartoon video is eye opening! Two of her quotes: Blame is the inverse of accountability. People who blame a lot don’t have the grit and tenacity to hold people accountable. The best questions...

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Who typically has the opposite viewpoint as you? What if you asked him/her about something challenging you? Seeking an opposing viewpoint deliberately can stimulate creativity. Try it! The best questions foster understanding, spark innovation, diffuse negative...

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What if, when you defend yourself you are actually attacking the other? Would that change your approach? The best questions foster understanding, spark innovation, diffuse negative conflict, and build influence – Spiral Daily poses one question each work day. If...

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Who do you appreciate who may not realize it? Let them know!  Often people don’t know their value to you or the organization. Their value is rarely over communicated. The best questions foster understanding, spark innovation, diffuse negative conflict, and build...

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What can you do to create a culture in which people will speak up without fear of negative repercussions? Implement all of the elements of Spiral Impact and you will be on your way: ask questions and acknowledge, be centered, declare intention, and be supportive. Then...