I’ve written in the past about my interaction with 42Projects and Trust 2.0, a pair of closely-related grassroots programs at Microsoft. (See my article on Microsoft’s Trust 2.0 Initiative.) The goal of 42Projects and Trust 2.0 is to promote greater innovation … Continue reading →
There’s an adage that four things can never be retrieved: a stone thrown time wasted a missed moment of opportunity a word spoken Most of us don’t throw stones or miss opportune moments on a daily basis. But we probably … Continue reading →
Recently I’ve been helping a number of clients improve their communication skills. Particularly their speaking skills before an audience. During these coaching sessions I tell them about a noted black preacher from a generation gone by. He was not only … Continue reading →
Effective leadership comes in a variety of styles. But whatever their style, leaders must impart one thing to those who follow. That one thing is hope. Hope gives purpose to the dedication and sacrifice that leaders ask of their people. … Continue reading →