Critical Thinking: I’m struggling a bit with my thoughts on how to prepare people, especially our young people, for the work world ahead of us. Indeed, some necessary skills will be required. But which ones? It is next to impossible to predict what “jobs” will exist, let alone what skills will be needed. Surely, we will be required to work …
Doubt and Learning
Embrace Doubt: Often, I will start out with a new client, project or endeavor with a considerable amount of conscious doubt. What makes me think I can do this? What makes me think I will be the best coach for this person? When will they find out I’m really an impostor? Frankly I can’t think of a time when I …
Science and Business
The word “science” comes from the Latin word scientia, meaning “knowledge.” Like so many things these days, this word can be divisive in some circles and contexts. I will stay away from the political discussion and stick to that with which I am most comfortable; and that is the business of business. Business has always depended on knowledge. Sometimes more …