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Megaphone

Explaining The Big Why – Part 2

In my last post I wrote about “The Big Why” – the importance for leaders to communicate the rationale behind their decisions.…
Question Mark

Why Leaders Should Explain The Big Why

When was the last time someone told you what to do without explaining the reason behind their directive? What was your reaction? Did…
Rescue

Leadership Lessons from the Boulder Flood

The “100-year flood” hammered Boulder, Colorado. Between September 10th and September 15th, 17+ inches of rain poured down, including over 9 inches on…
Leadership Training Denver Colorado

Leadership Training Denver Colorado

Are your future leaders prepared for roles that will directly impact business results? Are there people on your team you’d like to…
Is Your Team on Track to Finish the Year Strong?

Is Your Team on Track to Finish the Year Strong?

Are your teams and leaders effectively collaborating to reach year-end goals?  The end of the third quarter is always a great time…
Biases

Interpersonal Agility: Overcoming Cross-cultural Biases

Today’s global business environment requires leaders to navigate geographical and cultural differences that team members and constituents bring to the business. Perhaps…
Matrix Organization

Leading in a Matrix Organization

So, you are a leader in a matrix organization. Perhaps you are the Line Manager to whom a Team Member reports directly,…
Balancing Act

Interpersonal Agility: Balancing Multiple Teams

One of the challenges senior leaders face is that for the first time in their career they may find themselves on multiple…
Peeking Around a Cubicle

Interpersonal Agility: Hearing the Truth

In my last post, I introduced the idea that developing  a deep level of interpersonal agility is critical to being successful as…
Interpersonal Agility: The Foundation for Senior Leadership Relationships

Interpersonal Agility: The Foundation for Senior Leadership Relationships

As leaders rise to higher levels within an organization, they are required to navigate increasingly complex and chaotic situations. There are hand-offs…