5 Quick Communication Rules for All Leaders
Rule #1: Do not avoid the difficult conversations. Your people will know, and you’ll lose credibility in their eyes. Rule #2: Everything you…
Thoughts…
Go directly to each other with issues – in person. Give each other the benefit of the doubt. Keep the overall team/organizational…
More Thoughts
Hold each other accountable. Don’t wait for the boss. It takes too long and generates politics. Find your singularity of purpose. If…
What Will You Stop Doing? (Part 2)
In a recent blog post I stated that the number 1 reason why senior leadership teams aren’t more strategically focused is…. “There isn’t…
One Opinion You Don’t Need
As heard in one of my team coaching sessions last week from a participant… “If two people agree, you don’t need one…
What Will You Stop Doing?
The number one reason why senior leadership teams don’t focus on more strategic things is….. “There isn’t enough time.” This came up…
Just Ask…
Have you ever wondered what is motivating to your people? It’s important to know, because as leaders, we need to tailor everything…
No Agenda? Seriously?
Are you tired of showing up at meetings and not knowing why you are there to begin with? That seems to be…
What Stifles Conflict in Your Organization?
Healthy conflict. Dialogue. Debate. Too often teams avoid it. Why? Here are three reasons. 1. Organizations are overly focused on efficiency –…
Making Recognition Work for You: Part 4
This is the fourth post in a 4-Part series. To get the scoop in why recognition is important, see Part 1. To…