#90 Purposeful Quick Wins: How to Get Momentum without Avoiding the Hard Stuff
In this episode, Richard and Peter talk about quick wins, how they often emphasize the quick part but miss the win, and what to do instead at the start of a big initiative. Episode page: https://www.h...
7 Aug 20237min
#89 Collaboration and Coordination are NOT the Same Thing – Here’s Why It Matters
In this episode, Richard explains the distinction between collaborating and coordinating, when to do one or the other, and the implications for team structure, tools, and geography. Episode page: http...
31 Jul 20238min
#88: On "The reality of Big Tech's 'fake work' problem”
In this episode, Richard and Peter discuss an article in Business Insider, “The reality of Big Tech's 'fake work' problem.” They discuss the incentives that create over-hiring and “fake work” and the ...
24 Jul 202320min
#87: My Stakeholders Want It All Right Now!
In this episode, Richard and Peter answer the question: “All my stakeholders want all their stuff right now. What do I do?” Episode page: https://www.humanizingwork.com/stakeholders-want-it-all/ Conne...
17 Jul 20236min
#86: I Can’t Get My Team to Collaborate!
In this episode, Richard and Peter answer the question: “My team members always grab things to work on separately in parallel. How can I get us collaborating more as a team?” By the way, watch to the ...
10 Jul 202316min
#85: The Leadership Circle, Our Favorite Leadership Development Tool
Developing effective leadership skills can be challenging. It's difficult to even describe what makes a leader effective, let alone create a practical plan to improve your own leadership capabilities....
5 Jul 202331min
#84: Lee McCormack on rules of the joy ride, what makes a great coach, and finding meaning beyond ego
In this episode, Richard and Peter interview world-class mountain bike coach Lee McCormack. If you’re a coach or leader of any kind—or if you just care about your own growth and development—this episo...
26 Jun 20231h 16min
#83: Do we need a sprint goal?
In this episode, Richard and Peter talk about sprint goals. When are they useful? What might you do instead? Episode page: https://www.humanizingwork.com/sprint-goal/ Connect with Humanizing Work: htt...
19 Jun 20239min
