You should still stop saying should

Almost three years ago I wrote about calling on you, the reader, to Stop Saying “Should” to yourself. I took a re-read of it the other day, and I still believe that.Consider taking a trip down memory lane and giving it a read. People Managers: I implore you, please don’t use “should” with your direct reports. Consider offering other paths to help them find their way. Instead of saying, “You should have done _____”, you can ask, “What kept you from exploring _______? How might you incorporate ____ into your thinking next time?”


Last modified on 2022-09-15