Is Agile the future of work?

Last week, I was invited by my friend and colleague, Sally Elatta, to join a daylong think tank to tackle the question “What does performance management look like in an Agile environment?” Sally is the CEO and founder of Agile Transformation, a leader in...

The Power of a Plan

This is the time of year in most organizations where decisions are made that affect what will be done and what will be funded in the upcoming year. Learning to compete successfully for these resources can make or break your career. To win in the fight for support and...

Engagement starts with Expectations

In 1999, I saw the Blair Witch Project. It blew my mind. I thought it was brilliant. Going into the theater that night, I knew next to nothing about the movie. I had seen a couple of short television commercials for it, but that was it. I wasn’t sure exactly...

Turning the Page (My Next Chapter)

My friend, Jason Seiden, years ago introduced me to the idea of thinking of your career (and life) as chapters in the story of our life. I love this metaphor. Every chapter has a purpose and also a beginning and an end.  And, each chapter sets a foundation for the...
Jason Lauritsen