Why Your "Good" Meetings Aren't Good Enough (Yet!)

The Art of Leading Meetings That Move  People From Where They Are Today to Where They Need to be Tomorrow

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"Great facilitators don't just manage meetings—they create opportunities for change."  - Mike

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What To Do When Both Sides Are Right But They’re Still Fighting

 

What To Do When Both Sides Are Right But They’re Still Fighting 

A Simple Guide to Balancing Opposites at Work (and in Life)

"Life's toughest choices aren't between right and wrong—they're between right and right. When you find yourself in a tug-of-war where both sides have a point, don't pick a winner; build a better rope to connect them."  - Mike

Why Meeting Guidelines Only Work If You Do This First

Why Good Meeting Guidelines
Should Be More Than a Poster

Transform meetings from passive participation to active commitment – why your team should co-create 'Good Meetings Guidelines.'

"A team that crafts their own meeting guidelines isn't just setting rules—they're weaving mutual respect into the fabric of how they work together. - Mike

When Trust is a Problem in Your Meetings

When Trust is a Problem in Your Meetings—Here’s How to Fix It

Escape the Cycle of Reactive Conversations

 

Escape the Cycle of Reactive Conversations

Picture this: a meeting starts productively, but soon, a disagreement spirals into a reactive loop of defense and counter-defense. Progress stalls, and frustration mounts. Reactive conversations like these are all too common in professional settings, yet they’re rarely addressed effectively.

 

Understanding Three Types of Conflict—and How to Keep Them from Becoming an Office Reality Show 

Conflict happens. Whether it’s a clash of ideas, personalities, or processes, how we handle it can mean the difference between a productive breakthrough and a cringe-worthy episode of "Workplace Dramas: The Never Ending Story."

Navigating the Tricky Tight Rope Between Anchoring and Goal Setting in Negotiations

 

Navigating the Tricky Tight Rope Between Anchoring and Goal Setting in Negotiations 

In the complex world of negotiations, understanding and leveraging psychological principles can make the difference between success and failure. Two key concepts that play a crucial role in this arena are the anchoring effect and goal setting.