Aha to Action
Ever 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?
Ever 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?
When 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.
What if the challenge you're facing isn't just an obstacle… but an opportunity in disguise? And could lead to your biggest breakthrough? Here's how the best leaders leverage problems—not just to survive, but to grow, improve, and transform.
"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.