Ensuring there’s a clear and shared understanding of the role that you’re hiring for is an essential first step to thinking more collaboratively and comprehensively about what a new role might be before the interviewing even begins. The Role Canvas that I’ve developed incorporates four (seemingly) simple questions to help you and your team do just that. 6 Min Read

And the skills that need the most practice my not be what you’re expecting

I recently meet-up with the Director of Product at cybersecurity firm to talk about a few challenges that she was having transitioning into her new role. 4 Min Read

There I was. Sitting in a Marriott hotel sports bar in downtown Chicago in the middle of the afternoon on a weekday having a drink with a good friend — and suddenly former colleague — when I said that phrase out loud.

“It’s funny being human.” 7 Min Read

“Everyone needs a coach.” These are the words Bill Gates chose to open his TED Talk with impact. Interestingly the point he highlights — and the one characteristic common to all high performing individuals, from executives to athletes — is the fact that they all have a coach.

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