Strength and Vulnerability: A Balancing Act of Leadership Characteristics (Part 2)
In my recent blog post, Courage and Humility: A Balancing Act of Leadership Characteristics, I mentioned that leadership often requires a unique…
Tip #20: The “Commander’s Intent”
When army officers issue an operations order, they include a statement in the order called “Commanders Intent.” The purpose of this statement…
Do You Have the Courage to Lead?
Climbing at 19,000′ in Ecuador Just because you have the title of “leader” doesn’t make you are a leader. And just because…
Courage and Humility: A Balancing Act of Leadership (Part 1)
Leaders are called upon to do many things, and those things often conflict with each other. They require a unique balance of…
Perceptions: How do they Influence You?
We all perceive the world according to our own reality. The experiences we have had in the past and the experiences we…
Communicate with Impact!
Have you or your team members experienced frustration because a colleague, boss, or customer misunderstood your tone and approach? How many times…
Tip #19: Engage in Conflict. You’ll Save Time.
People often look to time management techniques when forced to do more with less. But, consider a different approach. Consider engaging in…
“I Am Who I AM” – The Popeye Syndrome: 5 Keys to Interpersonal Success
“I am who I am.” I can still remember sitting in front of the TV after school watching my favorite spinach-eating character…
6 Ways to Continue Training When Budgets are Tight
When budgets are tight, training often gets reduced. But, what happens when the economy turns around (and it will!)? Will your people…
Change – Get on board. The train is leaving.
I think one of the most important characteristics of successful leaders and people – regardless of their role – is that they…