About me (and maybe you!)
Some troubles I’ve seen … can you relate?
How would you love to free your heart of these sources of pain?
I can’t afford to lose this job
- Either I need it for the medical insurance or I’m an immigrant who’ll have to go back if I lose it. Or I could be blacklisted.
Work environment is hostile
- E.G., information is on a ‘need to know’ basis. It’s ‘mushroom management’ – I’m kept in the dark and fed bullshit
🤣🤣🤣.
Strict ‘at-will’ work state
- Which means I can be fired at any time without cause. In other words, “If they don’t like me, I’m gone.”
High Performance means Nothing
- If they don’t like me, I’m gone.
Boss keeps us all ‘on the ropes’
- We get ‘lead dates’ that management knows are impossible. Just so we won’t meet them and they can justify giving minimal or no raises.
Pros are a commodity
- I’m a top Pro but paid about the same as everyone else. Just like all the houses in a neighborhood go for about the same price. The only difference extra talent makes is it’s easier to ‘sell.’ I.E., to get another job. Just like a house with extras will sell sooner.
Too much Talent?
- If I show too much, it could make management uncomfortable. First, it might make them fear for their job. Second, they might be afraid I’ll become ‘indispensable.’
Tall Poppy Syndrome
- A boss’ credo is “If ever an employee becomes indispensable, get rid of them!” I myself heard a Director tell me, “We don’t want Supermen here!” He started giving me make-work so I’d quit.
Dare to Argue?
- Arguing is generally a losing proposition. Whoever gets defensive first, loses.
Quality or Speed?
- Per Edward Deming, “Quality is free.” I work in IT so I care about making systems maintainable. I do documentation and build in debugging aids. But management here doesn’t buy it. They want code monkeys that are fast, quality be damned. Versus people who plan and think ahead for the future.
Tell me your story
I’m here to help you navigate the complex world of Office politics.
Together we’ll get to the roots of your political challenges
Let’s talk about what you’re up against and what roadblocks stand in the way of where you want to take your career.
We begin with awareness – understanding and insight into management’s view
I’ve a serious number of tools from my personal involvement in personality models – including a tool I invented.
Understanding motives can provide leverage
My in-depth knowing about people comes from personal experience applying models. I have practical tools for safely communicating unwelcome news, ‘dodging bullets,’ mending fences and building contingency plans. Never be ignored again – I stand for building your personal power. I will never side with your adversaries against you; I’ll always be your advocate.
I live to help people keep their careers on course
I’ve passion and drive for successfully steering you clear of the types of obstacles I’ve overcome. I want to help you fulfill your goals and ambition.
Meet your amazing coach.
I’ve been there. Almost, but never fired 6 – 10 times over the span of my 40+ years career. Now I want to be there for you!
Relevant Roles and Interests
IT Pro and Manager
Played all parts
.NET Developer,
DBA, Network Tech, Server Admin, Devops Admin, IT Strategy Manager, Scrum master, Project Manager, IT Strategy Manager …
Coach for 24 Years
Coach U Grad
Since 2000, I’ve coached and coached over 25 people in 4 countries across three continents.
Lifelong Learner
Never Gives Up
Dumbest mistake as a kid: fell asleep and rolled my car into a ditch.
Dumbest mistake as a Pro: openly criticized our CFO in the lunchroom.Biggest lesson learned: don’t make the same mistake twice!
Now check out how I can Free your Heart!
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