Why I Write Fantasy Books
You may wonder why I am writing fantasy and not coaching books, so in answer to this question, here is my answer.
Thinking Outloud: Musings and reflections from our adventures in succession and leadership coaching.
The Venn of Empowerment
Filed in: Empowerment |Leadership |Collaboration |Business Success written by: Ricci M. Victorio, MCC, CPCC
My clients tell me that the work we are doing together has really empowered them to make the choices and take the actions they really want, rather than holding back due to uncertainty or fear.
Being "right" is no fun if you are all alone
Filed in: Succession |Family Business |Successors |Family Harmony written by: Ricci M. Victorio, MCC, CPCC, CSP
As the owner of a family enterprise, you may be standing at the precipice of compromise – a hair’s breadth away from implementing a succession solution. But what is compromise? In a compromise, there are no winners. None. Every single person feels they are giving up elements of what they feel they deserve. Sometimes one person may get something another one wants, which also breeds jealousy, resentment, and suspicion. No one’s very happy. There is no win/win/win or even a win/lose occurring. This is a lose/lose/lose situation.
Creative Flow
Filed in: flow |creativity |teamwork |ensemble written by: Ricci Victorio, MCC, CPCC
Imagine a river flowing just above your head. It's lush and ever flowing. This is what I call the Creative Flow - the source of our imagination and creativity. We all experience moments when we are in the Creative Flow, but it can be elusive. When we are sourcing this flow, it is an incredible experience - ideas, energy, imagination, creativity - is in abundance. There is no struggle - we are full of curiosity, and willingness to explore the moment RIGHT NOW without judgement to discover what is on the other side of our ideas.
Organizational & Company Culture
Filed in: organizational culture |organizational development |applied psychology |leadership |team development written by: Natalie E. Victorio Lentz, MS AP
What is Organizational Culture? It’s how people within an organization actually do their work beyond processes; how they communicate, attitudes, and beliefs. The culture is largely determined by the intentions of leadership and the people they select to be a part of it. Culture is a critical influence on all the other aspects of the company/organization including job satisfaction and engagement. How one fits into their org culture shapes their experience and ultimately their loyalty to the company (i.e how long they decide to stay employed with them despite other factors like money and position).
EQ in the Workplace
Filed in: relevant EQ |team synergy |teamwork |communication |building teams written by: Raymond D. Victorio, MSOM
The workplace can be a place where we can be an ensemble, working in a creative flow. And our interactions go more smoothly when we remember to just take a moment to be in the moment.
"Casting" Your Team
Filed in: team synergy |team work |leadership |hiring smart |personality styles written by: Ricci M. Victorio, CSP, CPCC, PCC
When you have individuals competing for control, to be the star player, or simply not interested in collaborating to reach solutions, you will be setting yourself for potential disaster. In Hollywood this is commonly referred to as “A Flop.”
Being in Change
Filed in: leadership |rapid change |teamwork |communication |business growth written by: Natalie Victorio Lentz, MS AP
At the end of 2015, we were in the middle of total uncertainty and very rapid change. Every obstacle in our way, we faced as a team and agreed, it was okay that we didn't know exactly what we were doing and that mistakes will be made. We decided, let's not judge it until we see what happens - some of the biggest successes result from failure.
Who needs a Compass? We've got Lifeboats!
Filed in: strategic planning |vision |business planning |leadership |teamwork written by: Ricci M. Victorio, CPCC, PCC
Have you ever heard of a Navy Admiral saying to his crew that an impending storm was going to be too intense and unpredictable to develop a strategy for navigating through it successfully? Setting aside a couple of days to strategically think about the next 365 is a small investment that can help you navigate the roughest of seas, have more opportunities for smooth sailing and even provide additional reserves for the occasional surprises.
Jumpstarting Succession
Filed in: succession |leadership development |strategic planning |family business |vision written by: Ricci M. Victorio, CSP, CPCC, PCC
Has your succession planning come to a standstill and you don’t know why or how to fix it? Fear, confusion, uncertainty, an undefined action plan and/or dysfunction within the family or business can all be contributors.
The Entitled Son
Filed in: successor development |succession |family business |communication |leadership development written by: Ricci M. Victorio, CSP, CPCC, PCC
I was flying home from a client meeting in Washington state. My seat-mate was a robust grizzly-looking man in his mid-40’s, still dressed in his yellow slicker jacket that had KODIAC across the front. Unlike most, he offered his hand and introduced himself the moment I sat down. What should have been a very interesting conversation turned strange rather quickly…
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