It is so easy to get sidelined and demotivated when working on a project. It is part of the human condition! New research* reported in Harvard Business Review provides some tips on ways to help boost your motivation: *Set Goals with Intrinsic Rewards. When the accomplishment of the goal itself is desirable, motivation tends to be more sustained. The motivation to work … [Read more...] about Motivational Booster Shots
Leadership
The Courage to Speak Up
You see something at your organization that is just not right. Maybe it is a problem that everyone is ignoring, but the big bosses could be upset if you say something. Or maybe it is an ethical issue that you think needs to be seriously addressed. But what would be the reaction if you say something? We all know stories of whistleblowers or change agents who Speak Up – and … [Read more...] about The Courage to Speak Up
Generating Breakthrough Ideas
Three researchers from IMD Business School spent years studying innovation in a wide variety of fields. Through their studies*, they have identified five key elements to bring breakthrough ideas into reality, which they feel complements design thinking, lean start-up, and business model canvas, among other innovation strategies: *Look through a fresh lens. A key idea here … [Read more...] about Generating Breakthrough Ideas
Leadership Rejuvenation
Most people who have found themselves in leadership positions agree on one thing – leadership is exhausting! Leaders not only have to worry about their own deadlines, projects, goals, etc., but also the deadlines, projects, goals, etc. of their followers. With so many plates to spin, it can be difficult for leaders to find the energy to do everything they need to do, and … [Read more...] about Leadership Rejuvenation
Better Leaders Sleep Well
New research supports what your Mom always told you – “You need a good night’s sleep.” Here is a key takeaway from the research as reported in Harvard Business Review*: “It is clear that you can squeeze in more work hours if you sleep less. But remember that the quality of your work – and your leadership – inevitably declines as you do so, often in ways that are … [Read more...] about Better Leaders Sleep Well