Dumb and Dumber
The same people sitting around the same table produce the same results. It’s dumb to think otherwise. It’s even dumber to expect the people who caused the problem to solve it. The future… Continue reading
Category Archive: Leading
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The Real Problem
The real problem is people who point out problems from a distance. They sit aloof explaining what’s wrong. Worse yet, they know what others should do, or not do, while they do nothing,… Continue reading
Why Leaders Fail
Leadership is a matter of character before skill. In other words, it’s about who you are. Fakers are exposed, eventually. Fake leaders – those with skills but lacking character – inevitably sink. Skills… Continue reading
I Didn’t Mean to Intimidate You is No Excuse
Position intimidates. High titles inspire fear. Your right to tell others no creates unease. Intimidation is easy, even if you don’t mean to. Combine silence with frowns. Keep people in the dark. Stand… Continue reading
Under Fire in a Public Meeting
Public confrontation slams you in the face, sooner or later. The boss wants answers. “What happened and what are you doing about it?” Everyone tenses and waits. Colleagues feel sympathy and relief. Everyone knows… Continue reading
Making Compassion Work
Compassion is for the weak. Old school management expects results at all costs. No excuses. “I know it’s tough. That’s why they call it work. Just get it done. Now get out of… Continue reading