Sat.Feb 19, 2011 - Fri.Feb 25, 2011

The Recovering Engineer

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From Bud to Boss: My Interview with Billy the Brain

The Recovering Engineer

Last week, I had the opportunity to speak with Billy the Brain on KKZZ AM 1400 in Ventura, California. During this interview, we had the opportunity to discuss some key points from our new book: From Bud to Boss. We spoke about issues surrounding the transition to leadership, coaching skills, how to coach in an environment with an uncertain future, communication skills, collaboration concepts, and other ideas.

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Conflict Resolution Tips: See Others Fairly

The Recovering Engineer

In conflict situations, many of us struggle to maintain a fair and objective perspective about the other person. We assign all kinds of bad motives and intentions to their behaviors before we slow down long enough to really understand their perspective. This weekend I found a quote that offers a way to avoid this problem. Never ascribe to an opponent motives meaner than your own. – J.M.

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