On the Horns of a Dilemma
The first issue is finding a little clarity. The deeper issue is finding courage to act, after the light comes on. Sometimes one question flips the switch. Getting off horns: People don’t call when the… Continue reading
Category Archive: Coaching
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The 10 Practices of Coaching-Leaders Pt. 3
Leaders who neglect their team’s energy, inevitably encounter an energy crisis. Energy management is people management. The ten practices of coaching-leaders pt. 3: #7. Monitor and manage energy. Energy makes results possible. Spend… Continue reading
The 10 Practices of Coaching-Leaders Pt. 2
You’re a jerk-leader if you aren’t passionate about developing people. Develop your coaching skills in order to effectively develop people. The ten practices of coaching-leaders pt. 2: #4. Cling to forward-facing curiosity. If you… Continue reading
Elevate One-On-Ones to Power Moments
Saying “we” is weaker than saying “you” during one-on-ones. Don’t say “we” when you mean “you”. It might feel like good manners to say “we”, but it’s disingenuous. It might soften the blow,… Continue reading
A Stable of Plow Horses
People problems are the biggest challenge of leadership. Low performance and lost potential drive you crazy. The challenge and the answer is people. A stable of plow horses: Success begins with the horses. A stable… Continue reading
How to be a Great Mentor
Great mentors help us become ourselves. Great mentoring is more than developing skills, helping people create connections, and navigating organizational politics. How to be a great mentor: #1. Great mentors practice self-reflection. It’s… Continue reading