Chris ClearfieldThe Transformational Power of CuriosityYou know that feeling when you find a kindred spirit? For me, that feeling is excitement, and it happens when I connect with someone who…Jan 13, 2021Jan 13, 2021
Chris ClearfieldSetting Goals? Tap Into the Power of ReflectionWhen you reflect on what went well and what you want to try, you can improve your process, an effort whose benefits will compound.Dec 31, 2020Dec 31, 2020
Chris ClearfieldStarbucks’ Holiday Hashtag DisasterIn the winter of 2012, Starbucks launched a social media campaign to get coffee lovers in the holiday spirit. It asked its customers to…Dec 17, 2020Dec 17, 2020
Chris ClearfieldNiche Wisdom: How narrowing down expands your impactThe power of a niche shouldn’t be understated — but many firm owners struggle to embrace one. It feels downright scary to decline work.Dec 10, 2020Dec 10, 2020
Chris ClearfieldThere Are No Unintended ConsequencesWhat do you get when you think in systems?Dec 3, 2020Dec 3, 2020
Chris ClearfieldHow to Avoid a Thanksgiving Dinner MeltdownIf you’re cooking Thanksgiving dinner this week, did you know that you’re operating in a complex system?Nov 24, 2020Nov 24, 2020
Chris ClearfieldWhat your clients want (what they really, really want)One of the things I’ve had to learn as a consultant and a coach is that my clients mostly want results.Nov 19, 2020Nov 19, 2020
Chris ClearfieldAre We Doing Democracy Wrong?This past week revealed that our democracy works–but barely.Nov 12, 2020Nov 12, 2020
Chris ClearfieldLiving Through COVID-19: It’s STILL a MarathonWe need to work in a way that is realistic and sustainable; otherwise, it’s all too easy to feel overwhelmed.Nov 5, 2020Nov 5, 2020
Chris ClearfieldWant to Make Big Changes? Start Small.I work with a lot of people who are trying to change something in their teams, small firms, or large organizations.Oct 29, 2020Oct 29, 2020