Category Archive: Leading

4 Ways to Talk Like a Leader

Many of the frustrations and pains you experience are caused by something stupid you said. Thoughtless words cause more trouble than they’re worth. But skillful leaders exercise verbal control. 4 ways to talk… Continue reading →

10 Signs Ego Hinders Your Success

A big ego thinks the problem is someone else. Ten signs ego hinders your success Ego: Over-values itself and under-values the team. Feels nagging frustration with others but satisfaction with itself. Believes others… Continue reading →

The Best Predictor of Leadership Strength

In his book, Claudio Fernandex-Aaroz* writes, “… the four key leadership assets common to all high-potential executives: Curiosity. Insight. Engagement. Determination.” “In fact, in analyzing exactly how leaders develop, we’ve found that curiosity… Continue reading →

Why Your Biggest Mistakes Are Rooted in Your Greatest Successes

“Managers tend to make their biggest mistakes in things they’ve previously done best.” Robert Townsend Mistakes of highly skilled managers: #1. Not delegating. If you were promoted from within, you’re more skilled than… Continue reading →

The Most Important Person in Your Organization

It’s natural to think of yourself as the most important person in the world. You think your own thoughts. You have your own perspective. You seek your own enjoyment. You dream your own… Continue reading →

Pope Under Fire

The sex abuse scandal in the Catholic Church began about fifteen years ago. I live in Pennsylvania where last week a Grand Jury released a 1,356 page scathing report on the tragedy. The Pennsylvania… Continue reading →