A few months ago, I wrote about how autonomous vehicles (AKA self-driving cars) would usher in countless new behaviors such as enjoying a glass of wine during the ride home from work. It turns out that most of us, 71% according to AT&T, are already doing the equivalent of drinking…
We began this series with an invitation to think about context in 3 dimensions: for yourself, as an individual, as you live your life (Part 1) for your most important conversations and relationships, and (Part 2) for your organization as a whole. We’ve already covered individual (personal) and interpersonal context. …
Recently, the president of a prominent museum asked me which social media tool she should use to reach her audience. It’s a great question that all of us should be asking on behalf our own businesses and organizations. Pick the wrong venue and you’re unlikely to connect with your audience.…
Part 1 of this series covered individual (personal) context. This blog focuses on interpersonal context; that is, the context you create related to your most important relationships and most important conversations. So what, exactly, is meant by interpersonal context? I invite you to consider and reflect upon the following workplace…
Hello. My name is Bill. Today is my first Vistage meeting. It is 8:00 A.M., and as I walk through the door of the conference room, the butterflies in my stomach, from both excitement and nervousness take flight. As I walk in I see groups of members in deep conversation.…
Occasionally there are small moments in life that leave a lasting impact. As I think about my intentions for the new year, I am reminded of one of those small incidents, years ago. I was sitting on a bench at the old Union Station. An old man sat down next…
Departing from my usual role as an observer and reporter, allow me to be a futurist. If you don’t want to read conjecture (that may turn out to be fake news in a few years), click to another blog now. OK, you’re still reading and properly “on notice”. I’ve always…
In my work, I have the privilege of working with thousands of successful, highly motivated, ethical and well-rounded leaders every year. One of the most important issues we cover, no matter what the industry or type of organization, is context. Why? Simply put: Because if you’re not able to purposefully…
As I started immersing myself in the research, I realized that (like many desirable ways of being), authenticity is not something we have or don't have. It's a practice - a conscious choice of how we want to live. Authenticity is actually a collection of choices, choices that we make…
“The best way to predict the future is to create it.” —Abraham Lincoln Lincoln’s quote started me thinking about the future, specifically self-driving cars and my role in creating a future with them. For example, if my car is driving me home from work, is there any reason that I…
What are Self-Observation and the Inner Observer? August 14, 2017 The Enneagram personality system has changed my life. Not only…
Organizational Context = Culture March 5, 2018 We began this series with an invitation to think about…
The Art of Question Asking: The Other Half of… July 12, 2011 Elvis Costello keeps singing in my head. “What so hard…
What is Individual Context and Why You Should Care January 8, 2018 In my work, I have the privilege of working with…
Why Context in Relationships Matters February 5, 2018 Part 1 of this series covered individual (personal) context. This…
