7 Ways to Set Direction When Everything Feels Uncertain

If everything at work feels wobbly right now, you’re not imagining it. Many leaders are navigating shifting priorities, unclear expectations, and a constant sense of “What now?” Direction‑setting — something that normally feels energizing — can suddenly feel like trying to plan a road trip in a snowstorm. You know you need to move forward……

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How to Manage a Long‑Winded Team Member

Do you have a teammate who has trouble getting to the point? This leadership tip is for you. Keep reading, watch below, or here. The Problem: A Long‑Winded Team Member in Meetings Question: I have a team member who’s very long‑winded. They have good ideas, but their rambling style makes our meetings run over. Coworkers…

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How to Beat Burnout by Taking Control of Your Calendar

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If you’ve been working 6–7 days a week for the past two years and can’t remember the last time you had a full weekend off, you’re not alone. Exhaustion is real, and the pressure to avoid being seen as “lazy” or “not a team player” only makes it worse. So, how do you get your…

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Inside Seven Ways Consulting with Jenn Christison

A Conversation with Seven Ways Consulting Owner and Principal Consultant, Jenn Christison When I joined Jae Encarnacion on the Founders Future podcast, we dug into the real story behind Seven Ways Consulting—why I started it, how I work with leaders today, and where I see the leadership and continuous improvement industry heading. If you’ve ever…

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How to Build Executive Presence Without Changing Your Personality

Do you struggle to speak up in group settings? You are not alone. This is one of the most common challenges I hear from emerging and senior leaders alike. Recently, a newly promoted senior leader wrote to me and said: “Jenn, I am a recently promoted senior leader. I am really good at building relationships…

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How to (Professionally) Deal with That “Annoying” Coworker

A woman in a suit is sitting at her computer, looking away from a coworker who is annoying her.

Ever worked with someone who makes you want to scream, “UGH, they’re such a jerk!”? You’re not alone. Workplace dynamics can be tough, especially when personalities clash. But here’s the truth: labeling someone as a “jerk” rarely solves the problem. So, what can you do instead? Let’s dive in. Why Personality Isn’t the Real Problem…

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How Do I Get Out of a Bad Meeting?

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Are you trapped in endless meetings that never lead to decisions? You’re not alone. In this episode of Go Ask Jenn, we tackle the frustrating reality of “monster committees” — those recurring meetings that drain your time and energy without delivering results. The Problem: Endless Meetings, Zero Decisions One viewer shared their dilemma: “I’m on…

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Removing the Barriers to Collaboration

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Have you ever been working on an improvement idea and when the time comes to share it with others you think to yourself, “Ugh, I don’t want to.” If you’re like me, maybe you even groan and make a face. Well, it turns out that those little pangs of *UGH* are moments of insight. They…

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Squelching the Urge to Say, “I told you so.”

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There will come a day when you were right all along. Your warnings went unheeded. Your insights blatantly ignored. But then, your experience finally pays off. A smug smile unfolds and you relish the opportunity to open your mouth and gloat, “I told you so.” You’ve earned it. And it feels good.   “The four…

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Stop Ignoring Problems: Leadership Listening Skills That Work

Neon lights on brick wall that read "You are what you listen to." This article is about accidentally ignoring problems by not listening.

“When one person tells me a harsh truth, I can be sure she’s speaking for others who aren’t as bold. It makes me pay better attention, and then I realize others have been saying the same thing all along, just more softly. I haven’t heard it because I haven’t really been listening.”-Melinda French Gates, The…

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