Unfortunately many people have had–and will have–occasion to write a letter of condolence to a friend, relative, colleague or acquaintance who has suffered the death of a loved one to Covid-19. It’s an uncomfortable task, but you shouldn’t put it… Read More »The Hardest Letter to Write
Beto has a great name, a pretty wife, and a pretty nice house too, if you got a glimpse of the decor. Life is good. And he’s got charisma, a conscience, and cash. He’s Kennedyesque. Tall, fit, and toothy. Plus,… Read More »Beto’s Boo Boos
Syndrome belies success I have a client, president of a renowned think-tank, who came to me needing to raise “transformational gifts” for her organization. She came up from Georgia to work with me for two days in my studio in… Read More »Imposter Syndrome
Politics and Attire A few days ago I went to meet a guy who is running for U.S. Senate. He wanted me to listen to his speech and make suggestions. It was a pretty good speech, 10 minutes long, made… Read More »A Word on Politics and Male Speaker Attire
How do you know who has the real power in your company? Yes, we know who has positional power. But do we know who has real, personal power? What are the behaviors that signify power–and what are the behaviors that… Read More »The Paradox of Power Cues
When I turned on the TV that Saturday just as Bishop Curry began to speak, the cameras were turning their ever-watchful eyes on the dignitaries in the front pews. The Queen seemed to be uncomfortable, and Prince Charles and Camilla… Read More »Give it Smoothness