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Work Life Balance is Bullshit!

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I’ve asked quite a number of leaders whether there is such a thing as work life balance. Almost everyone says no without hesitation. They agree there are times we’re present, we’re grounded, we’re in sync with what matters, and we’re in the zone—feeling all the joyous personal and professional satisfaction we’re looking for. Yet, it’s as though the second we…

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Blame Doesn’t Work #1490 

by Sue Hawkes

Accountability. It’s something we seek from others, and when in a leadership position, are asked to “hold people” to it. Accountability can never be delegated.  Responsibility. It’s something we admire in others; responsible people own their actions and decisions. Responsibility can be delegated.  If I ask a friend to mail a letter to a client for me, they can take…

Sue HawkesBlame Doesn’t Work #1490 
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Great Questions Do Three Things #1489

by Sue Hawkes

“Most serious mistakes are not being made because of wrong answers. The truly dangerous thing is asking the wrong question.” – Peter Drucker  As a leader, making the time to ask the best question is critical.   Often, when I’m rushed, my schedule is full, or I’m over tired, I don’t ask great questions which leads to the wrong answers.   Slowing…

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What’s Your Menu? #1488 

by Sue Hawkes

The older I get, the more I appreciate my health.  Being of support to others or observing couples and families or work teams as they navigate health challenges has been one of the most sobering experiences in my life.   To be on the sidelines, feeling out of control, knowing your family and friends are fighting every day for their life…

Sue HawkesWhat’s Your Menu? #1488 
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How Do You Learn? #1487

by Sue Hawkes

How do you learn? There are three approaches to learning: thinking, watching, and doing.  Thinking or analyzing means you approach new things by reading the manual, watching videos, doing the research, talking with people who “know” already, observing others and once you’ve got a better comprehension of all that is involved, then you act. Your tolerance for making mistakes is…

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10 Reasons to Get Over It #1486

by Sue Hawkes

The biggest opportunity to build trust is when there’s a break or absence of trust. It’s true.   When there’s a break, disagreement, conflict of any sort we all cringe. No one looks forward to conflict, healthy or not. And yet, it’s the single greatest opportunity to build trust, repair the relationship, gain deeper understanding of the situation and each other…

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Simplify the Chaos #1485

by Sue Hawkes

When things get overwhelming, simplify.  You can easily lose time, energy and momentum because you’re swept up in all the things that could or are happening.  The best thing to do is to pause, step back with a wide-angle view of things, and do one thing which will have maximum impact first.   You can’t do that if you’re “in” the…

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I’m Thankful #1484

by Sue Hawkes

Many of us, me included, appreciate this time of year for reflection and gratitude. As I appreciate those in my life, time with friends, business greats, and the health of those I love, know you are among my blessings.  It is challenging to convey the overwhelming amount of gratitude I feel when the most touching note, comment, or email arrives…

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Happiness Today #1483

by Sue Hawkes

Have you ever said, “when I have/reach______________ I’ll be happy (or successful or better)”?  If so, let me be the first to say there is no “there.”  You’re delaying your joy until some external event happens. Denial of today’s happiness is a great price to pay for the temporary happiness tomorrow brings.  The unspoken message you’re repeatedly sending to yourself…

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It’s That Simple #1482

by Sue Hawkes

It’s always wonderful when you can read something, and it wakes you up.  It’s simply said and makes the point.   It’s a great reminder every day.  Here’s what I read today: “Your day will go the way the corners of your mouth turn.” 

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Complacency is the Enemy #1481

by Sue Hawkes

As a leader, you have the honor of caring for the tone of your culture daily.   Some days, that may feel like a privilege and other days it may seem a burden.  What’s the difference? It’s how you’re relating to the complex beings around you and the interpretation you have about how they “should” be versus how they “are.”  I…

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