Even though Flyvbjerg and Gardner’s Iron Law of Projects (99% of large projectsare over time, over budget, under deliver) is proven, it's a nearly universal truth that the first part of a project is bathed in hope. The optimism bias propels teams to march forward with vigor, often neglecting the foundational work crucial for actual success. Ironically, this skip-the-basics approach is a stellar way to torpedo a project before it launches and I’m going to give you four more.
Embarking on the Wayfinder Coaching Certification is an adventure of both personal and professional growth. As you step into this transformative journey, we understand the mix of excitement and uncertainty that arises. WxW’s Wayfinders Survival Guide is your personal map through the challenging yet rewarding terrain of coaching certification. By detailing what to expect, how to prepare, and how to engage with the course materials and community, this guide ensures a solid start.
Ever feel like projects turn into a game of "Who’s doing what?"—with everyone guessing and no clear answers? That’s where RACI comes in! It’s a simple, easy-to-use framework that helps teams assign roles so that work gets done without confusion or frustration. Whether you're organizing a big corporate project or just trying to get your household running smoothly, RACI ensures everyone knows where they fit in.
You’ve shown up to class, bought your Martha Beck books, printed out your notes, and even started coaching real people. Yet despite your best efforts at being as organized as possible, you might be overwhelmed by the amount and structure of information in the coaching hub and group forums. You can’t help but ask yourself “what do I do?”
There are so many reasons to pay attention to Dolly Parton. Her Q Score, a measure of celebrity-brand appeal, is one of the highest in the world. She is adored. She wrote over 3000 songs and holds ten Guinness WorldRecords. Her Imagine Library Literacy Foundation gave 147 million books tochildren worldwide. She’s the subject of the excellent 9-episode podcast by Jad Abumrad and Shima Oliaee, Dolly Parton’s America and a delightful guest of Brene Brown on the Unlocking Us podcast.
Many What By When’s coaching and consulting ideas can be used in circumstances as different as corporate strategy to recreational planning.
One of our favorite brainstorming strategies is called the Wishing Well – we use it often, all the way from executive coaching to new business planning, and even with my 8-year-old niece to plan her visits. The Wishing Well emerged on a vacation to Iceland with a small group of friends. Relationship dynamics can be challenging while traveling and expectations are high. Time off is precious, and everyone wants to make the most of it.
The concept of the "Brain Baton"—the process of transferring knowledge from individual brains into a structured, accessible system—addresses these challenges and mobilizes a full team. This article explores how to transition from an individual-driven process to a scalable, documented system that empowers entire teams.
