The Secret to Leadership Finding You
You aren’t a leader if you don’t have followers. “He who thinks he leads, but has no followers, is only taking a walk.” John Maxwell, “The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership“ A young… Continue reading
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How to Break the Conspiracy of Silence
The organization was under scrutiny from regulators and the media. That’s a big deal when you have over 15,000 employees. The conspiracy of silence had come home to roost. To make matters worse,… Continue reading
Seven Ways to Develop Smart Teams
Fearful teams pretend they agree with you when they don’t. When was the last time someone spoke against something you said? Better yet, are team conversations rich with options and alternatives? Or, are… Continue reading
Five Ways to Confront Bullies
Gary and Ruth Namie in, The Bully at Work, say that 95% of the workforce has seen bullying at work at least once. Bullying in the office includes, intimidation, withholding information or resources… Continue reading
Six Ways to Innovate in Rigid Organizations
The future rides on a horse called innovation. Organizations that can’t innovate stagnate. Some organizations have innovation in their blood. But, many are mired in systems and bureaucracy. It’s easier to begin innovating… Continue reading
13 Ways to Overcome Timidity and Fuel Boldness
Stagnation emerges where uncertainty prevails. Fear pulls back and congeals the past. But, boldness builds the future. Boldness is the belief that hard work works. Bold teams achieve; timid teams survive. Lousy leaders… Continue reading