by karen | blog, conflict |
Fire hydrant meets frustrated computer user. Is this appropriate conflict resolution? I took this in Boston recently. Come up with the winning caption and you win a $20 Starbucks card. All entrees must be posted on the blog!
by karen | blog, centering |
Irene lost her center = Irene lost much of her power. Good for the east coast and important for us to take notice. When I work with people, their performance and how to use conflict creatively the framework I use is a Spiral. Why? Spirals pack a lot of power. What...
by karen | blog, Leadership, performance improvement |
Maybe I am old fashioned I like a plain map; even though GPS* is the current rage in travel guidance. My daughter has a GPS she refers to as ‘Hugh.’ ‘Hugh’ has a very sexy English accent…my trust in ‘Hugh’ is low. We get where we want to go...
by karen | blog, intention |
How do you dream? Most likely it is when you are taking a rest or break, whether asleep or awake. I’ve been dreaming and planning. More to come soon.
by karen | blog, communication, conflict |
It’s the process! Not the end deal. Destructive conflict, childish behavior – our Congress modeled nothing I admire. The end deal is yet to be seen. Yet, the world lost trust in the United States because of behavior. Who is teaching them conflict resolution? There...
by karen | blog, conflict, performance improvement |
These dog days of summer provide contrast to the February cold. Contrast creates appreciation. The tension from conflict provides ripe ground for the relief of resolution. Contrast creates appreciation. An overly full calendar provides the longing for a holiday....