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  • My sweetie temps me with a beer during renovations. Good thing I put the chainsaw down.

    They’re Watching

    May 30, 2026
  • When Saying Yes Feels Easier: Scripts for Saying No

    Jan 14, 2025
    When Saying Yes Feels Easier: Scripts for Saying No

    You too can become king of the beasts if you…

  • Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and the Fear of No

    Jan 7, 2025
    Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and the Fear of No

    Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) amplifies the pain of rejection, making…

  • The Cost of Saying Yes Too Often

    Jan 3, 2025
    The Cost of Saying Yes Too Often

    Over-committment sneaks up a little at a time, but can…

  • The Art of Saying No: Why It’s So Hard

    Dec 31, 2024
    The Art of Saying No: Why It’s So Hard

    Why is it so hard to say ‘no’ to things…

  • Merry Christmas One and All!

    Dec 24, 2024
    Merry Christmas One and All!

    …and a happy New Year

  • Your Biggest Influence

    Dec 17, 2024
    Your Biggest Influence

    Hiring isn’t just about filling roles—it’s about shaping the future.

  • I Don’t Think That Word Means What You Think It Means

    Dec 11, 2024

    Diversity isn’t just about ticking boxes or recruiting people who…

  • Why Happiness Matters

    Dec 4, 2024
    Why Happiness Matters

    You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy pancakes, and…

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Practical Managers

I write mostly about technology, leadership, project management, culture and communication.

Former Cold War signals officer, C4ISR project manager, strategic planner. Currently writing for myself and editing for others, with a little executive/life coaching for select clients.

In my spare time I renovate farm houses, restore motorcycles and boats, walk my dog and dance in the kitchen with my partner and sweetie.

Welcome to My Brain’s Garage Sale.

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