Insights from a Detective Coach Blog
What I've learned about uncovering human potential in complex environments.
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one idea to think about
one question to consider
one practical way to apply it
Working with detectives has taught me something about human behaviour, potential, leadership and navigating complexity.
Questions
Better questions, curiosity, listening, assumptions.
Navigating Uncertainty
Decision-making, ambiguity, confidence, complexity.
Strengths in Action
Character Strengths translated into real situations.
People & Conversations
Difficult conversations, influence, trust, relationships.
Shadow
Blind spots, bias, overused strengths, unintended impact.
What detectives know about asking better questions
Why good investigators don't rush to conclusions
The danger of confirmation bias
What uncertainty teaches us about confidence
Why curiosity is a superpower
How detectives make decisions without complete information
What high-stakes interviews teach us about difficult conversations
Including tips from clients I’ve coached.
“One should see that all appearance is like mist and fog”
INSIGHTS
Insights from a Detective Coach #2
The best detectives don’t start with the answer. Why should you?
We're often rewarded for knowing. But what if some of our best leadership in life and work happens when we're curious enough to admit that we don't know?
PUTTING INSIGHT INTO PRACTICE
My work helps you understand your strengths, challenge the status quo (your own and other peoples) and navigate change with greater confidence, happiness and purpose.