A current area of interest

for a lot of my clients

is how to create a more connected culture––

one with less isolation and exhaustion,

and with more collaboration and support.

The focus is frequently on sweeping plans,

new systems and structures

but it’s so often in the micro-moments

that the difference is really made.

As an example, here’s one simple behavior

that I often see so many people blow:

how they receive other people’s ideas in meetings.

This 47-second excerpt

from a recent keynote in Boston

will offer you some insight.

The next time you lead

or show up for a meeting,

whether live in person, on zoom,

or on Microsoft teams,

make sure you come ready to receive.

Risk Forward and Rock On,