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# Seven Ways Consulting

Executive Coaching, Team Building, Continuous Improvement

## Sitemaps

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## Posts

- [Blog](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/blog/)
- [Stop Punishing Everyone: Team Building vs Tough Conversation](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/team-building-vs-tough-conversation/) - Leaders often default to team-building when a tough conversation is needed. Learn 7 ways to tell if it’s a team or person problem—and what to do next.
- [Delete Work, Don't Add More: 7 Ways to Clear Your Backlog](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/overcapacity-delete-work-clera-backlog/) - Clear your backlog without burning out your team. Use these 7 practical ways to delete, shrink, redesign, and timebox paused work.
- [What To Do When Your Boss Keeps Asking "Stupid" Questions](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/what-to-do-when-your-boss-keeps-asking-stupid-questions/) - Boss keeps asking “stupid” questions? Learn how to reduce interruptions, streamline communication, and stop being the office chatbot
- [The Star Employee Problem: When Top Performers Break Rules](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/the-star-employee-problem-when-top-performers-break-rules/) - Your most popular employee is breaking rules. Learn how leaders can reset expectations, enforce policy, and keep culture intact.
- [Engaging Your Teams in Effective Project Planning](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/engaging-your-teams-in-effective-project-planning/) - Collaboratively set goals and plan effectively with your team using our four-phase project planning process. Download our coaching questions PDF for guidance!
- [Squelching the Urge to Say, "I told you so."](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/squelching-the-urge-to-say-i-told-you-so/) - 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
- [Stop Ignoring Problems: Leadership Listening Skills That Work](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/accidentally-ignoring-problems/) - Ignoring problems is common—but fixable. Learn leadership listening skills to hear hard truths sooner and respond with confidence and clarity.
- [It's Time to Level Up: A Five Step Guide to Goals that Matter](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/time-to-level-up-a-five-step-guide-to-goals-that-matter/) - Rejecting typical resolutions, I’m embracing a transformative approach instead. Discover five steps to level up your life and reimagine your future!
- [Leadership Lessons from History: The Berlin Airlift](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/leadership-lessons-from-history-the-berlin-airlift/) - The Berlin Airlift is the type of inspirational story that makes you wonder why you did not learn about it in school. I only recently discovered it by stumbling across an old History Channel video, and have found myself thinking about it ever since. Not only is the Berlin Airlift a triumph in operational efficiency,
- [Removing the Barriers to Collaboration](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/removing-the-barriers-to-collaboration/) - This article discusses common barriers to collaboration on workplace improvement initiatives and offers practical solutions for all steps of the process.
- [Back-to-Basics: How Leaders Rebuild After Change and Burnout](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/back-to-basics/) - Learn how leaders can rebuild after years of organizational change and burnout. Essential executive coaching for operations, self-care, and team dynamics.
- [Group vs Team: Why the Distinction Matters](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/group-vs-team-why-the-distinction-matters/) - Understand the crucial difference between a group and a team. Discover why a team charter is essential for collaboration, success, and effective leadership.
- [How to Stop Perfectionism at Work: On-time and High-Quality](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/how-to-stop-perfectionism-at-work-on-time-and-high-quality/) - Combat workplace perfectionism with two practical manager tactics: define "good enough" and schedule short check-ins to boost on-time, high-quality delivery.
- [How to Manage Up: Leadership Development in Action](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/how-to-manage-up-leadership-development-in-action/) - Learn how to manage up and support an inexperienced boss with leadership development strategies, communication tips, and coaching techniques.
- [How Do I Get Out of a Bad Meeting?](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/how-do-i-get-out-of-a-bad-meeting/) - Feeling stuck in endless meetings? Learn how to navigate ineffective committees, reclaim your time, and turn frustration into leadership insight.
- [How to (Professionally) Deal with That "Annoying" Coworker](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/how-to-professionally-deal-with-that-annoying-coworker/) - Struggling with an arrogant colleague? Learn practical tips to handle workplace friction, build rapport, and keep your sanity.
- [How to Build Executive Presence Without Changing Your Personality](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/how-to-build-executive-presence-without-changing-your-personality/) - Struggle to speak up in meetings? Learn practical ways to build executive presence and share your voice confidently in group settings.
- [Inside Seven Ways Consulting with Jenn Christison](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/inside-seven-ways-consulting-with-jenn-christison/) - Discover how Jenn Christison helps leaders transform teams through custom coaching, continuous improvement, and trust-based organizational change.
- [How to Beat Burnout by Taking Control of Your Calendar](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/how-to-beat-burnout-by-taking-control-of-your-calendar/) - Feeling exhausted and overworked? Learn practical steps to prioritize your time, set boundaries, and reclaim your calendar for a healthier work-life balance.
- [How to Fix a Broken Team Without Losing Your Mind](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/how-to-fix-a-broken-team-without-losing-your-mind/) - Struggling with a dysfunctional team? Learn practical steps to fix a broken team, rebuild trust, and improve performance with compassion and clarity.
- [How to Manage a Long‑Winded Team Member](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/how-to-manage-a-long‑winded-team-member/) - Dealing with a long‑winded team member? Learn how simple meeting structure can reduce frustration—without shutting anyone down.
- [7 Ways to Set Direction When Everything Feels Uncertain](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/7-ways-to-set-direction-when-everything-feels-uncertain/) - Learn how to lead through uncertainty with seven practical strategies to create clarity, set direction, and support your team.
- [Your Team is Burned Out: Here's What To Do as a Leader](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/your-team-is-burned-out-heres-what-to-do-as-a-leader/) - Struggling with a burned out team? Learn the top drivers of employee burnout and the one immediate action managers can take today.
- [Afraid of Looking Stupid? Here’s How to Move Past It](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/fear-of-looking-stupid-is-holding-you-back/) - Learn how fear of looking stupid holds you back—and get practical steps to speak up, take risks, and grow in work and life.
- [You Get What You Tolerate: How to Reset Expectations](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/you-get-what-you-tolerate/) - Burnt out? Learn how to reset expectations and lead with renewed clarity. It’s never too late to redefine what good looks like—and build the team to match.
- [The Meaning Behind Seven Ways (It's Not a Formula)](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/achieve-high-performance-via-individualized-coaching/) - Seven Ways isn’t a list or a formula—it’s a creative, tailored approach to problem-solving. Here’s how it shapes my coaching, facilitation, and work.
- [Don’t Be One Less Slice of Pizza: Speak Up as a Leader](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/see-something-say-something/) - Avoiding the blowhard boss stereotype? Great. But being too silent hurts too. Find your voice, define success, and lead with clarity and purpose.

## Pages

- [Continuous Improvement Coaching & Facilitation](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/) - Executive coaching, team building, and continuous improvement capabilities for those leaders looking to better their teams and work environments.
- [Resources](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/resources/) - Resources All things people and teams. Helpful templates and guides to build better workplaces. FEATURED Team Charter Toolkit A team charter is a foundational document that outlines the purpose, goals, roles, and operating guidelines for a project or operational team. It acts as both a road map and a mutual agreement, clarifying why the team
- [Team Development](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/services/team-development/) - Learn-by-doing team development that strengthens collaboration and problem-solving while supporting continuous improvement and shared accountability.
- [Executive Coaching](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/services/executive-coaching/) - Personalized executive coaching that strengthens leadership, supports professional development, and drives continuous improvement through real-world practice.
- [Event Facilitation](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/services/event-facilitation/) - Expert event facilitation that aligns teams, accelerates problem-solving, and drives continuous improvement with targeted, results-focused workshops.
- [Seven Ways Workshop](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/services/seven-ways-workshop/) - A fun, practical workshop that builds stronger problem-solving skills through real-time application of continuous improvement and innovation tools.
- [Keynote Speaking](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/services/keynote-speaking/) - Engaging leadership keynotes that spark learning, encourage honest reflection, and equip audiences with practical tools to tackle change with confidence.
- [Services](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/services/) - In person. Online. On your Team. We believe sustainable success begins with people-empowered leaders, aligned teams, and a culture of curiosity and growth. Our approach is grounded in clarity, candor, and connection. Whether working with executives or entire organizations, we guide clients through transformational change with practical tools and real-world insight. Executive Coaching Our executive
- [Book](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/evenbetterleadership/) - Even Better Leadership: Provocative Reflections to Guide Improvement is your go-to coaching companion. Grab your favorite journaling tools and get started!
- [About](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/about/) - We're continous improvement experts And we've been doing this a long time We've spent over 20 years helping professionals remove barriers and achieve results. Having a hard time seeing the forest through the trees? Sick of sacrificing what's truly important to the tyranny of the urgent? We know what it's like when you're burning the
- [Home](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/custom-continuous-improvement/) - Committed to the principles of Continuous Improvement and Respect for People, we offer custom coaching, consulting, facilitation, and education services.
- [Contact](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/contact/) - Let's chat! SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER Receive monthly tips & reflections in support of continuous improvement.
- [Case Studies](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/case-studies/) - CASE STUDIES Looking to improve but not quite sure where to start or what you need? Whether you are a healthcare non-profit, scrappy start-up or Fortune 500, Seven Ways Consulting can help you reimagine and create what's next for you and your team. Below are a few client examples that might help you identify what
- [Privacy Policy](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/privacy-policy/) - Seven Ways Consulting, LLC Privacy Policy: Last Updated August 25, 2020 Your privacy matters to us. The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to outline how we (Seven Ways Consulting, LLC) collect and use your personal data. Data Collection: What, Why, How By visiting this website (the Site), we automatically collect certain information about your
- [Terms and Conditions](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/terms-and-conditions/) - Seven Ways Consulting, LLC Terms and Conditions: Last Updated August 25, 2020 These Terms and Conditions (Terms) govern your use of this website (the Site). By using the Site you accept all terms and conditions. If you disagree with any part of the terms, then you do not have permission to access the Site. Intellectual

## Categories

- [Conflict](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/category/conflict/)
- [Getting Results](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/category/getting-results/)
- [Problem Solving](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/category/problem-solving/)
- [High PerformingTeams](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/category/high-performingteams/)
- [Communication](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/category/communication/)
- [Assessing Reality](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/category/assessing-reality/)
- [Setting Direction](https://sevenwaysconsulting.com/category/setting-direction/)