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
304 practical notes and conversations
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Replace WHAT with WHY
Replace judgmental "why" questions with neutral "how" and "what" questions. Shift the focus from blame to understanding in your daily language.
Don’t coach the GHOST!
In coaching, avoid getting distracted by the "ghost" (someone not present). Focus on the person in front of you for effective coaching.
Steady Progress over Unsteady Jumps
The "1% BETTER" newsletter focuses on progress and compounding effects. Improving by 1% each week can lead to significant growth in a year.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Creative Mental Accounting
Avoid streak devastation by using creative mental accounting. Treat each day as a fresh chance to succeed, regardless of past outcomes.
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.