by Liz Guthridge | Jan 15, 2018 | Blog
During his daily walks, my 2-year-old dog Marcel constantly scans the sidewalks, streets, parks, and playgrounds looking for treasures, either to eat or take home as trophies. When he finds meaningful keepsakes, such as squeaky balls and leather gloves, he snatches...
by Liz Guthridge | Jan 9, 2016 | Blog
Want to lead others to behavior change? Don’t tell them to “Go fish!”… After all, who wants to listen to and obey a “command and control” dictator? Don’t teach them how to fish…. You might be able to listen and engage but it will be hit or miss to motivate someone to...
by Liz Guthridge | Feb 3, 2015 | Blog
Changing behavior is hard. So is getting people’s attention. It’s also hard to make sure individuals care enough to pay attention and consider taking action when you ask them to change. The road between your “ask” and their “act” is long, winding and hilly. For those...
by Liz Guthridge | Aug 10, 2014 | Blog
A behavior designer I’ve been working with was beating himself and his field up for not providing really good follow through for people. According to the behavior design field, helping someone “follow through” means you assist them in creating or finding structure to...
by Liz Guthridge | Jul 16, 2014 | Blog
Do you think behavior change is hard? Many do. And if you feel you’re spending a lifetime looking for effective ways to change behavior either yours or others’, you’re lookin’ in all the wrong places. (Yes, you can hum along to Johnny Lee in his classic country song...
