4 Steps for Changing Problematic Behavior

Kenning Associates Partner Mark Ledden has worked with many coaching clients on problematic behaviors.  Speaking with Michael Merrill, he focuses specifically on behaviors where you know you have a problem, but cannot seem to fix it.  You may even exhibit the “ideal” behavior in other–typically less pressured–situations.

Mark provides 4 steps for remedying the problem behavior.  First, you need to identify the triggering cues:  where, when, and what sets you off.  Secondly, you must notice your habitual response in the moment.  Thirdly, you devise a clearly articulated alternative ready when the behavior happens.  Finally, you speed up the cycle of noticing the behavior and replacing it with the preferred alternative.

Mark explains how you can effect this change both on your own, but perhaps even more effectively with outside help, namely a coach.  Finally, Mark discusses the value of mindfulness practice and describes how he works to help people not only improve their professional outcomes, but also generally to reduce some of the stress, even fear in their lives.  

Reach out:

Mark: mark.ledden@kenningassociates.com

Mike: michael.merrill@kenningassociates.com