Friction to Flow

Together We Can Do So Much

Practical tips for peak performance without burnout

“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” 

Helen Keller

Author & disability advocate 

The myth of the solo genius is just that – a myth.

Every breakthrough has invisible collaborators.

The trick is making it easy for people to help each other instead of struggling in isolation.

One thing you could do this week to reduce friction and increase flow:

One thing you could do this week to reduce friction and increase flow:

  • Individual’s Tip: Stuck on something? Ask for help with specifics: “I need 15 minutes to brainstorm X” not just “I need help.” People respond to specific requests.
  • Team Leader Tip: Map what each person is brilliant at. Create a “genius list” and post it. Make it easy for people to tap into each other’s strengths.
  • Executive Leader: Organizational Leader: Find where teams are duplicating effort. Connect them. One shared solution beats five separate struggles. 
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