Seth Godin on difficult conversations
I highly recommend this week’s excellent episode of Akimbo about Difficult Conversations. Here’s my summary: There are lots of conversations that we think of as… Read More »Seth Godin on difficult conversations
communication
When not to speak
Here’s a flow to help me with my “helpful contribution” problem:Is the priority of (this part of) the meeting to discuss things exhaustively, or to… Read More »When not to speak
Obviously
If they knew what you knew, felt how you felt, had the right perspective, it would be obvious to them too. But they don’t. This… Read More »Obviously
Stimulus and response
MIND THE GAP… … is good advice: If you’re prone to saying things you regret. If you’re feeling snappy. When you’re under pressure. Most of… Read More »Stimulus and response
Hand-washing, face masks and cultural hygiene
The best reason for washing your hands at regular intervals isn’t protecting yourself. You might only rarely wash your hands and still never get sick.… Read More »Hand-washing, face masks and cultural hygiene
Driverless Crocodile Podcast Episode 2: John Greenall on 5 Voices
John Greenall shares his experience using the 5 Voices system to improve communication in his team. Recommend. Followup: Take the free 5 Voices assessment here… Read More »Driverless Crocodile Podcast Episode 2: John Greenall on 5 Voices
Responsive (1): In good time
The way we respond to people – family, colleagues, strangers – carries a lot of information. Any response at all suggests that someone matters –… Read More »Responsive (1): In good time
Amazon-style press release for the Driverlessbookadile
This post is the fulfilment of one of this week’s 12 Week Year goals for DriverlessCroc. It’s a first draft of an Amazon-style press release… Read More »Amazon-style press release for the Driverlessbookadile
Front foot (1)
It’s good to be on the front foot – to know where you’re going, to be moving things in the right direction, to be proactive,… Read More »Front foot (1)
Mission statement example: Airbnb mission statement and values
Here’s great mission statement from Airbnb. Our Mission: Create a world where anyone can belong anywhere It’s an audacious, incredibly rewarding mission that our increasingly… Read More »Mission statement example: Airbnb mission statement and values