Lightbulb Moments

Lightbulb Moments

Short public insights for leadership situations where a small shift in language, attention, or structure can change the conversation.

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Lightbulb Moments

289 practical notes and conversations

Browse the latest entries first. Each item is written for a real leadership moment, not for platform history.

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Focus on the PERSON, not the PROBLEM

A great coach focuses on the person, not the problem. They empower individuals to access their resources and build independence.

Sep 11, 2022Read
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What’s your coaching exit strategy?

A coaching EXIT strategy involves defining explicit goals for conversations and long-term engagements, ensuring focus and clarity in coaching relationships.

Sep 4, 2022Read
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Precisely regulate your emotions…with music

Choose music based on the emotion you WANT to feel, not your current mood. Use the emotion wheel to find the desired emotion and create a playlist.

Aug 28, 2022Read
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Relying on FBI for feedback!

Use the FBI model to give productive feedback: express your Feeling, describe the Behavior, and state the Impact. Stay on solid ground in communication.

Aug 21, 2022Read
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To delegate or not to delegate…

Explore the delegation spectrum to enhance your effectiveness in delegating tasks to your team. Gain clear insights and opportunities for growth.

Aug 14, 2022Read
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Are you reacting or responding?

Choose to respond rather than react to challenging situations. Take time to pause, reflect, and respond calmly for better outcomes.

Aug 7, 2022Read
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Let’s play ‘Name that Emotion!’

Precision in naming our emotions can help regain composure and control. Use the "emotion wheel" to explore and understand your feelings better.

Jul 31, 2022Read
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Creative Mental Accounting

Avoid streak devastation by using creative mental accounting. Treat each day as a fresh chance to succeed, regardless of past outcomes.

Jul 24, 2022Read
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Finding the centre with ‘What, When and Where’

"Do what you can with what you have where you are." - Teddy Roosevelt quote. Embrace reality, focus on what you can control, and take action.

Jul 17, 2022Read
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She got angry out of a sudden…NOT

Understand emotional triggers: location, time, emotional state, other people, preceding actions. Be aware and take control. Seek help if needed.

Jul 9, 2022Read
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Appreciation does not scale

Appreciation builds trust. Make it genuine, personal, unexpected, and effortful. Avoid hollow automation. Share intentional appreciation today!

Jul 3, 2022Read
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Happiness means...

This week, I offer a reframe towards that it means to be happy + a powerful question! View this newsletter on the web Happiness means...

Jun 26, 2022Read