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Jan 2023
19m 10s

Finding a Lighter Path

Essential Communications - Tom Henschel
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A leader, stuck in an unhealthy cycle, searches for a way out. In conversation with his coach, he learns a four-square tool that just might work. A new free Essential Tool illustrating the four-square model is available for download in the Essential Tools bin. No login required. Help yourself. The model in this month’s episode is a variation on The ACT Matri ... Show More
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