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Do Nothing to Start

Do Nothing to Start

by Michael Feeley November 4, 2025

 

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When working with people, I’ve found that doing practically nothing is often the best course of action. Don’t speak, just listen. Wait… watch… and see what comes up and then build a plan of action.

There’s something powerful about that deliberate restraint. The discipline to resist the urge to fill silence, offer solutions, or demonstrate your own insight. It creates space for the other person to think more deeply, to discover what they actually feel rather than what they think they should say.

But what do you do when the other person is the one doing nothing? When overwhelm or fear means the work simply… stops?

There’s a difference between strategic silence and frozen silence. And sometimes the kindest thing isn’t to wait – it’s to gently act, take matters into your own hands, and even find new people you can count on.

 

Thanks – Michael (he, him)

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Michael has twenty years experience matching people with positions that allows them to reach their potential. Having worked with corporate decision makers, Michael has expertise in understanding organizational needs in multiple industries. He understands, experientially and intuitively, what gets people hired and what doesn’t. With a big heart and intellect to match, Michael Feeley is an authority on bringing the best out of business owners, executives, and entrepreneurs… he has such amazing energy, not to mention a terrific business background.

Libby Gill

Business Coach, Brand Strategist & Best Selling Author

…as a trainer I watched Michael Feeley become a masterful coach, being adept at many coaching skills… he is supportive, motivational, action-oriented, open minded, authentic, confident and compassionate… such a delight to work with… fun, high-energy, intuitive, spontaneous!… I have observed him to be very inspirational, empowering, and encouraging clients to go to greater depths in their lives. He is a true ambassador of the profession… Michael has heart and soul along with the ability to deliver!

Deborah Van de Grift – CPC, ELI-MP, PCC

Vice President iPEC – Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching

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Matthew Carey

Host of Studio Time Podcast

Australia

Michael Feeley walks the walk and talks the talk. He is honest, authentic and incredibly generous in spirit. Michael’s deep commitment to service means his clients get his full attention and will benefit from his coaching skills, experience and wisdom.

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Psychotherapist, Photographer and Storyteller / www.kathykarn.com

London ON Canada

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