by Lisa Kohn | Jan 15, 2026 | Thoughtful Leadership
Several years ago I was interviewed by a podcaster who asked me this challenging question – as was his job as an interviewer. He asked, “What is the number one, most important skill and/or approach that a leader needs – in order to lead Thoughtfully and be their...
by Robyn McLeod | Oct 23, 2025 | Awareness
I love learning and the chance to build my knowledge and skills. Reading books and magazines, taking classes, attending seminars and conferences – all are ways to increase my knowledge and my competence. I know what I don’t know (or need to know more...
by Robyn McLeod | Oct 9, 2025 | Thoughtful Leadership
“I just can’t help it. That’s just how I am.” I have heard this sentiment and similar ones from leaders over my years of coaching. It is a thought pattern that says that certain behaviors are just part of their personality and there’s nothing they can do about it. In...
by Chatsworth Consulting Group | Sep 2, 2025 | Communication
“Never miss a good chance to shut up.” ~Will Rogers The other day I walked away from a conversation with a refrain echoing in my head. It used to be more common for me, but I’ve been working on it – hard. Unfortunately yesterday I slipped into old behavior, and I was...
by Lisa Kohn | Jun 5, 2025 | Conflict Management
It was not the first time my son said “No” to my “Yes” that day. It felt like the umpteenth, even if it was maybe only the third. I felt like I was slogging through sludge to get anywhere with him, to get anything done. And so I stopped....
