We normally think of the word “sovereignty” as applying to states or nations, but the concept can just as easily apply to people and, in particular, professional change practitioners. Whether we are discussing nations or an individual, the basic ingredient for sovereignty is independence—the capacity to operate primarily under one’s own authority. Professional […]
The kind of effort involved in “waking up,” as I’m describing it here, runs contrary to what many people want when it comes to advancing professional competencies. Today, the popular notion is that people in our field can elevate their game by accelerating their knowledge and skills. A problem occurs when change practitioners who aspire […]
Being asleep means you’ve lost awareness of how bringing forward your full essence could be a benefit to clients. It also means ensuring that the presence you project is one with which clients are comfortable. There is no place for conflict with this kind of slumber because tension heightens awareness, whereas contentment has a tranquilizing […]
For many practitioners who go unappreciated for who they are, “going to sleep” is a viable option over experiencing the alienation and distress associated with not being valued for who they are. Unless a change agent has no regard whatsoever for the people or organization involved, going unrecognized is a lonely and painful experience. From […]
Many change agents perform their assigned duties in environments where they aren’t viewed as highly valuable assets. They may be treated cordially by the executives they serve, but they aren’t thought of as key resources who are vital to the leader’s success or the organization’s viability. Some of these practitioners are not only undervalued, they […]