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12 Secrets for Successful Coaching Conversations

You care about coaching because it’s the path to energy, responsibility, fulfillment, and results at work. You also care because the workforce desires opportunity, purpose, development, mentors, and coaching. The ultimate goals of coaching… Continue reading →

The Real Work of Leaders

Leading begins when the performance of others becomes top priority. The real work of leaders: Create environments where people love coming to work. I just got off the phone with Jim Whitehurst, CEO of… Continue reading →

5 Painful Leadership Blunders Successful Leaders Avoid

The sting of doing your best and falling short is a giant kick in the gut. 5 painful leadership blunders: Believe others perceive you the way you perceive yourself. Blind spots prolong frustration. Powerful influence… Continue reading →

How to Succeed with People in Authority

Don’t expect advancement while resisting or opposing people in authority. Success within organizations is determined by people with authority. They authorize raises, promotions, and determine who participates in high value projects. 12 ways… Continue reading →

Solution Saturday: One of my Colleagues Rubs me the Wrong Way

Dear Dan, I work with a person who just rubs me the wrong way. I get along well with most people, but can’t seem to figure this one out. My boss doesn’t want… Continue reading →

10 Things We All Want From Our Leaders

Success includes avoiding useless behaviors, paying attention to people, and tending to small things. 12 things we wish our leaders would stop: Tolerating high performers who act like jerks. Avoiding tough issues. Giving… Continue reading →