When Teammates Collide
Forward-focused teammates clash with foot-draggers. But, foot-draggers aren’t the problem. My approach to an opportunity is grab it and go. Planning isn’t high on my list. I know it’s important but can’t we… Continue reading
Category Archive: Passion
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Weird Leadership
People who change things become fanatics first. I became obsessed with developing leadership a few years ago. Many friends thought I was weird. Some friends don’t hang with me anymore. I’m more committed… Continue reading
Solving the Problem of Too Much Passion
When Vicki Stanford, Director of the Speakers Bureau for The Ken Blanchard Companies, invited me to send a video for one of their webcasts, I sent this video on Un-Leaderlike Moments. It’s how I’m solving… Continue reading
How to Find Your Passion and Change Your Life
Everyone says, “Follow your passion.” But what if you can’t find it? Find your passion; don’t wait for it to find you. Discontent: Pick the scab of dissatisfaction. Hidden passion often lurks under… Continue reading
Redefining Practical
“Most men lead lives of quiet desperation and go to the grave with the song still in them.” (Often attributed to Thoreau) I’ve been asking people, “If you started over, knowing what you know today,… Continue reading
10 Ways to Navigate Turbulence
Catastrophe is one decision away during turbulence. Reacting makes you look like a fool, eventually. Wise leaders respond to turbulence; fools react. Reactions are passionate but uninformed. How many times have decisions outrun… Continue reading