Look around and see who’s going to jump up and take out the garbage. Who will take on this thankless job?

Though there are many challenges to being a solid writer, one stands out that will undermine your effectiveness.

Surprising, there are many variants of the word brief in the military that each have their own unique meaning and professional equivalent.

How to turn an often frustrating, critical and negative exchange into a much clearer, balanced conversation that motivates and guides.

My father’s wise expression can help us all focus on tackling fewer things better – even if it means taking an extra trip or two.

The sign of a declining civilization is the inability of its citizens to communicate openly, respectfully and politely. How do we get it back? Links: Video: SNL McLaughlin Group video clip https://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live/video/mclaughlin-group/...

When leaders give an order or provide direction, they’re frequently far from clear. Why is it so uncommon for leaders to be understood? Links: BRIEF Map download link: thebrieflab.com/tools Online article – https://personalmba.

As the saying goes, when you least expect it, expect it. Here’s what you can do to be ready when everyone else is caught off guard. Links: Impromptu: http://www.gbv.de/dms/zbw/896726819.pdf

Gratitude is the engine that drives people forward when everyone else gets stuck spinning their wheels.

How can we plan for significantly better meetings, ones that don’t make people angry but help them get important things done? Links: BRIEF Map download link: thebrieflab.com/tools