Fulfilling Strategy Blog
do more of the work that matters mostMost of us spend more time working than we do anything else. That's why I'm obsessed with finding ways to do more of the work that matters most so that our work is more strategic and filled with purpose. This is my mission for FulfillingStrategy.com.
How to Do Strategic Planning During a Crisis
Idea In Brief: With so many uncertainties, planning may seem like an impossible task now. It's easy to feel blocked to any possibilities and get stuck in overwhelm. That's precisely why we need strategic planning more than ever to determine how we can 1) survive,...
Feeling Overwhelmed? Give Your Brain a Challenge it Can Solve
There's no denying it; these are challenging times. And while adversity strengthens character, I don't think that's automatic. I'm pretty sure I'm not building any character watching copious amounts of news or binge-watching "Parks and Recreation" for the umpteenth...
Why Meeting to Share Information is Lazy
Idea In Brief: Meeting to share information is a terrible waste of precious time that most of us can't afford to lose. Be intentional about your meetings by sharing essential information in written form in advance and focus your meeting energy on using that...
Why Time Chunking Your Calendar Really Works
Idea In Brief: The cognitive costs we incur switching back and forth from deep work and tactical activities are far too significant to bear. To avoid these costs, we have to manage our schedules with intention. Time chunking is a powerful tool to help us minimize...
Are You a Bricklayer?
The parable of the bricklayer goes something like this: Three bricklayers are asked, “What are you doing?”. The first says, “I am laying bricks.” The second says, “I am building a church.” And the third says, “I am building the house of God.” The first bricklayer has...
You are the Contagion, How You Show Up is Everything
You are contagious. What culture are you creating with the energy, intention, and presence you bring to the party? How you show up matters. We often abdicate the responsibility of organizational culture to the highest levels of leadership, perhaps thinking it rests...
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