Michael SoderlingOct 3, 20233 min readThe Dalai Lama and your leadership developmentA few years ago I told my partner at the time that I was very much like the Dalai Lama. A kind of mild-mannered beacon of kindness. You...
Michael SoderlingApr 28, 20214 min readLeadership – the right woman for the job– When listening to him I just shook my head, left the room and started looking for a new job. We have all had managers about whom we...
Michael SoderlingMar 18, 20213 min readLeadership – words of wisdomSometimes I read or hear something that is so perfectly well worded that I wish I had come up with it myself. In a coaching session my...
Michael SoderlingFeb 18, 20213 min readWhen being a superwoman isn’t so superToday I want to talk about a manager whose sparking reputation became a burden. To put the story into context I first need to establish a...
Michael SoderlingFeb 11, 20213 min readWhy you shouldn't make a plan for successful management team development– No, I am not going to reveal the agenda. Before a management team development activity, participants often like to have a schedule or...
Michael SoderlingJan 28, 20213 min readStop feeling ashamed!When was the last time you discussed your shame? Today I’m going to discuss mine. During a fascinating seminar I was attending on the...
Michael SoderlingNov 4, 20203 min readBoost your communication with these four tipsHave you ever had a conversation and truly felt like you were being listened to and taken seriously? Then there’s a good chance that the...
Michael SoderlingSep 22, 20203 min readBack from the future“If I am being completely honest, I thought you were a bit lame. What was wrong with you?” Out of context, such a comment from the...
Michael SoderlingSep 15, 20203 min readThe tremendous power of speculationI could sense his apprehension as he gathered courage. Everything we had talked about for the last 45 minutes boiled down to the loaded...
Michael SoderlingAug 12, 20203 min readThe smart way to reach goalsImagine you are sitting on a motorcycle and revving the engine while applying the brakes on the front wheel. The rear wheel keeps...