Emotional reactivity (which comes in various forms) can render people “difficult to work with.” I previously noted that there are 6 common reactive patterns for individuals working in groups: Fusion, Conflict, Distance/Cut-Off, Over-Functioning, Under-Functioning, and Triangling. Let’s address these last three automatic reactive patterns. Over-Functioning: For some people, when they’re... read more →
May
31
Mar
30
Emotional reactivity (which comes in various forms) can render people “difficult to work with.” I previously noted that there are 6 common reactive patterns for individuals working in groups: Fusion, Conflict, Distance/Cut-Off, Over-Functioning, Under-Functioning, and Triangling. I previously highlighted the first two and it’s past due to identify the others!... read more →
Mar
30
Emotional reactivity (which comes in various forms) can render people “difficult to work with.” I previously noted that there are 6 common reactive patterns for individuals working in groups: Fusion, Conflict, Distance/Cut-Off, Over-Functioning, Under-Functioning, and Triangling. I previously highlighted the first two and it’s past due to identify the others! (more…)
Jan
12
It’s the new year and a perfect time to showcase your leadership. Too many leaders fly under the radar. Often the boss, peers, and employees really don’t know what you’re doing or what you stand for. In reference to your role, do people know your: (more…)
Oct
29
Emotional reactivity (which comes in various forms) can render people “difficult to work with.” Last month I noted that there are 6 common reactive patterns for individuals working in groups: Fusion, Conflict, Distance/Cut-Off, Over-Functioning, Under-Functioning, and Triangling. These patterns are far more prevalent than we realize and they can significantly... read more →
Oct
29
Emotional reactivity (which comes in various forms) can render people “difficult to work with.” Last month I noted that there are 6 common reactive patterns for individuals working in groups: Fusion, Conflict, Distance/Cut-Off, Over-Functioning, Under-Functioning, and Triangling. These patterns are far more prevalent than we realize and they can significantly... read more →
Sep
14
Does work ever get emotional? You bet! Many of us would like to think that we are always at our rational best when we’re on the job. But emotional reactivity (which takes various forms) is far more prevalent than we realize and it can significantly hinder communication, collaboration, and ultimately,... read more →
Sep
14
Does work ever get emotional? You bet! Many of us would like to think that we are always at our rational best when we’re on the job. But emotional reactivity (which takes various forms) is far more prevalent than we realize and it can significantly hinder communication, collaboration, and ultimately,... read more →
Jul
14
I cannot state how many times I’ve run across organizations and teams that have a partial or even total lack of clarity around roles and responsibilities. I would say that it’s virtually epidemic in some organizations. Here are just a few examples: A smaller organization that has sales and marketing... read more →
Apr
28
A very senior leader once asked me, "What group of people on the job can make or break your career...your boss, your peers or your employees?" I suppose that I answered, "my boss." She disagreed. (more…)