Give your words a moment—and your coffee a vessel.
This sleek ceramic mug is a daily reminder of one of the most underrated leadership tools: the 3-second pause. Straight from From Geek To Lead (Chapter 4, page 50), this rule is deceptively simple:
Pause. Breathe. Then respond.
(Not everything needs a hot take.)
Whether you’re in a tense meeting, a tricky Slack thread, or navigating a teen’s eye roll, this mug helps you show up wiser and calmer—one sip at a time.
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Classic ceramic mug with crisp print
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Perfect for coffee, tea, or a calming herbal brew
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Microwave + dishwasher safe
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Great gift for first-time managers, mentors, and thoughtful humans
Because sometimes the smartest thing you can do... is wait 3 seconds.
During a conversation, drink your coffee and remember to pause before responding. It shows that you were listening, and it gives you time to think. (Chapter 4, page 50)
