With the ever-increasing complexity of how we work, as well as an overload of information, leaders must understand that innovative solutions require collaboration. Just as individuals enjoy...

The final element of this environment is creating a place where it is safe to occasionally fail. While most corporate leaders, finance experts, technicians, and engineers are indoctrinated...

There is a human need to see progress quickly, so we can stay motivated, focused, and in flow. Conversely, creativity and innovation suffer under the pressure of tight deadlines, and such...

When the group is in flow, it is essentially of one mind, with the purpose to do something greater than each member could do on his or her own. Because complete concentration is required to...

Emotional intelligence is one thing, but how your employees feel in the moment and on a specific subject, can yield real gold. In any typical serious business discussion, were not supposed...

The power of a group could be compared to a laser. David Bohm, American theoretical physicist For the group to reach the potential of a laser, group composition is an important factor.

In the previous blog post, I provided two simple methods for ensuring a group is looking at the right focus rather than floundering to solve a symptom of the real problem. Several years ago...

In traditional meetings, leaders often dictate the goal or problem to be solved and set the strategy and meeting agenda accordingly. But having the wrong focus can waste the groups time,...

Innovation is critical to the continued growth of organizationsnot only for the creation of new designs, products, and markets, but also for cost-savings, process efficiencies, and engaging...