by Deborah Keep | Nov 16, 2017 | potential, team performance
As human beings we tend to be drawn to the concept of perfectionism and often have a tendency to expect exceptional results in areas that are not our strengths. How often have we as a leader found ourselves thinking, “she’s exceptional at customer service, if...
by Deborah Keep | Feb 14, 2017 | potential
“What do you want in life, and how can I help you get there?” is a question that is asked by managers of their new employees when they start their jobs at Lululemon. An article published in The Collective discusses the benefits of having a visions and goals...
by Deborah Keep | Oct 5, 2016 | culture
“There are three constants in life….change, choice and principles.” Stephen Covey A few weeks ago, the coffee exchange wasn’t the normal and unremarkable one I’m used to. As it was handed to me, I was struck by the simplicity and strength of the marketing...
by Deborah Keep | Mar 24, 2016 | Uncategorized
“Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success.” Henry Ford It is usually extremely rare for me get more than a ‘good’ from my sons after asking about their day. The phrase, ‘getting blood out of a...
by Deborah Keep | Oct 8, 2015 | Uncategorized
An old belief is like an old shoe. We so value its comfort that we fail to notice the hole in it. – Robert Brault There are countless examples in sport history of belief generating belief, with Roger Bannister’s 4 minute mile being one of the most...