The Top Signs You’re a Servant-Leader
The first time I was asked what a servant-leader looks like I was dumbfounded. Who wouldn’t know? But after some thought, I realized that some may not understand what to look for when… Continue reading
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Big-Ego Behaviors in Leadership
I called Ken Kragen to confirm a quote. Ken managed superstars like Kenny Rogers, Lionel Richie, Trisha Yearwood, Travis Tritt, Olivia Newton John, The Bee Gees, and more. He was one of the… Continue reading
How to Eliminate the Source of Unhappiness in Leadership
Unhappiness comes to leaders through many channels but one main source. Channels of unhappiness: Pissing on everything. When everything is a pissing contest, you live in constant need to outdo others. Ultimately, you’re… Continue reading
The Skill Leaders Neglect to Their Peril
Make a list of essential leadership qualities and you’ll likely leave off an essential to success. The top 21 skills and behaviors of successful leaders: Grit. Compassion. Integrity. Vision. Courage. Passion. Communication. Decisiveness.… Continue reading
Why You Need to Know You Ain’t All That
The sooner you realize you’re remarkable at very few things and lousy at many, the better off you and your team will be. If you usually come out on top when you compare… Continue reading
Edgar and Peter Schein on Humble Leadership
When Edgar Schein said*, “The essence of humility is not interpersonal,” my brain lit up. Ed and Peter explained that they aren’t focusing on humility in relation to other people. As I considered… Continue reading