Dr Howie JacobsonEver leave a one‑on‑one feeling a teammate’s light bulb flick on—only to watch that new insight fade into the daily grind? How do you transform “aha‑but‑no‑action” conversations into habits that stick?
Dr Howie JacobsonWhen someone you care about is struggling, your instinct may be to give advice. But wouldn't it be better to help them generate their own solutions? Here's how to guide their brainstorming to activate their ownership, creative problem-solving, and emotional courage.
Dr Howie JacobsonTrying to help someone change? It's easy to get pulled into side conversations — blame, excuses, past grievances, or hopelessness. So how can you respond when distractions show up to stay focused on what actually drives change?
Dr Howie Jacobson"What have you tried?" This one question can unlock a goldmine of insight, reduce defensiveness, and open the door to creative problem-solving. In the article, I walk through how to guide the conversation from there.
