Working smarter starts with understanding not only what you are supposed to be doing, but also how your work impacts those around you. How are you connected to those around you? Who depends on your…
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Simplify, simplify, simplify
It’s tough to simplify. Subtracting information or features is hard because it forces you to think about what’s important and what’s not. But, what if you are wrong? That responsibility comes along with being a…
Get out of your comfort zone
Growth is essential for the long-term health of any organization. Yet it can be an elusive target, especially in today’s competitive landscape as described in a recent McKinsey article. That’s why it’s so important for…
The impact you want to make
The kind of impact you want to make depends on the goal you are trying to achieve. If your goal is to make a significant change, then you will need to take major steps that…
Visible intelligence
Design is often seen as the application of creativity to solve problems. But while creativity is certainly an essential component of good design, it is not the only one. Effective design also requires a deep…
Play the long game
Anyone who has ever tried to change a bad habit knows that it is not easy. Old habits die hard, and even the best-laid plans can quickly unravel in the face of temptation or adversity….