People

Saying Goodbye to Colleagues: The Great Cube Cleanout

You’ve been to goodbye lunches. They’re hard to avoid, and sometimes harder to attend.

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How do you treat the waiters on your project team?

Last week Lori and I took a working vacation on Cape Cod.  Have you ever taken one of these?  Meetings are by conference call.  Your laptop comes with you.  You find yourself in a beautiful locale, preferably with someone you love.  While perhaps not exactly restful, such times can be incredibly refreshing and stimulating. On [...]

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The People Who Have Changed My Life

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As I look back on my life, how surprised I am to see so many loving human beings who have believed in me. In the most challenging times they’ve been there – caring, supporting and holding a vision of my highest expression. Back in the old days (the 1990s), people would sometimes talk about their [...]

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6 Lessons on Leadership from Captain Bligh

Observing some of the actions and attitudes of the cold, hard Captain William Bligh can provide you with a measure to use against your own behavior as a project manager.

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How to Say Goodbye When a Workmate Leaves

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Saying Goodbye to Colleagues: The Great Cube Cleanout continues to touch a chord with people as evidenced by comments and email messages.  That post was written from the perspective of the one leaving. As a follow up, here are some thoughts on what to do when you stay and someone else leaves. Don’t Lie Some [...]

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