This week we learn about finding gems in the rubble, advice for a new executive, and the psychology of business. As well as the sounds of the forest and the 31 secrets to unlocking your creativity.
Let's get going!
3 Droplets of Leadership
Finding Gems in The Rubble
In my career, I had many conversations with my reports and managers that were heated and unfruitful. I cannot say those strong arguments lacked information, but I realized that emotions were taking over, and precious information was lost.
This lack of actionable feedback was frustrating. I wanted to grow, but I didn’t know how!
At some point, I decided to take the matter into my own hands, and instead of asking for better feedback, I started working on my ability to receive feedback to find gems in the rubble.
Check out my recent essay on how to keep listening when getting upset.
Advice for a New Executive
Chad Dickerson offered advice when Lara Hogan joined Kickstarter as VP of Engineering. She published a great article, lightly editing it to make the content more translatable to people at any company. It's a great read, don't miss it.
Psychology Of Business
Join a community of over 200+ leaders as they explore big ideas at the intersection of psychology and business.
2 Grains of Technology
Sounds Of The Forest
They are collecting the sounds of woodlands and forests from all around the world, creating a growing soundmap bringing together aural tones and textures from the world’s woodlands. Don't miss it!
31 Secrets to Unlocking Your Creativity
Creativity is not just a trait exclusive to a few - it is a skill anyone can develop and hone. To help unlock creative potential, GQ has assembled a collection of tips from renowned creative minds like Jim Jarmusch, Ramy Youssef, and Joyce Carol Oates. These include walking, trusting your gut, writing everything down, and being your most radical self. Unlock your creativity and find your inner genius with GQ's "Secrets to Unlocking Your Creativity".
Check out this great list.
1 Atom of Reflection
I lived in Vienna, Austria, for a decade and was asked a million times if I spoke German. I recently wrote an essay on the matter and produced a video, too! Check it out!