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Organizations
How to Turn New Hires Into Operational Capacity
New hires add headcount before they add capacity. Onboarding plans must include the people and protected time required to teach.
Leadership
How to Lead Employees With More Expertise Than You
Leading experts requires respect for knowledge you do not possess, clarity about responsibility, and the judgment to know when to defer.
Leadership
How to Compare Options Before You Recommend One
Forwarding proposals is not the same as comparing them. Define the outcome, expose hidden internal work, and make a reviewable recommendation.
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My path began in dentistry and teaching, and grew into the work of building teams, making decisions, and leading an organization. These essays make the reasoning behind that work visible.
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