Tag Archives: problem solving on the job
Put Down the Chainsaw and Make Better Decisions
Stress and deadline pressure can make you feel that you have to make fast decisions. But are they the right decisions? Sometimes it may feel like you’re having to cut a pie with a chainsaw. That leaves you with a … Continue reading
Has the Reset Button Made Us Wimps
Have modern video games affected our ability to overcome challenges in the real world? In these games, when you run out of lives, you’re given a chance to hit the “reset” button. This allows you to continue the game at … Continue reading
Puzzles & Problem Solving
Faced with a tough challenge, it can be hard to imagine a solution. Over time the problem takes on a life of it’s own and it seems like you’ll never overcome it. Perhaps a sense of hopelessness rolls over you … Continue reading
Does Good Leadership Stick with Employees?
When was the last time someone presented you with a sticker? I remember in Elementary School being given a sticker that was especially memorable. It featured a picture of a smiling cartoon lion and featured the caption, “No lying, I’ve been … Continue reading
Employee Hot Fudge Training
A Denny’s Restaurant may not seem the most likely place to go after a night of “liquid enjoyment” but that’s where a friend of mine and I found ourselves more than 10 years ago. We were on a late night … Continue reading