How Need to Succeed Holds Back
The up side of the need to succeed is hard work and passion. The down side of the need to succeed is it blocks lasting achievment. Needy leaders choose short-term success over medium… Continue reading
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33 Ways to Tell if You’re a Jackass
You’re a jackass if: People who think you’re a jackass are always wrong. Holding back negatives makes you a nice person. Having the last word is normal for you. Making others squirm keeps… Continue reading
Seven Ways to Push Through Embarrassment
Image source You haven’t led if you haven’t felt embarrassed. Sadly, egocentric fear of embarrassment blocks exceptional. Embarrassment freezes you in your tracks like a deer in the headlights, afraid to move. Embarrassment… Continue reading
The Bad B’s of Leadership
Bad leadership feels safe like baggy jeans and broken-in sneakers. Bad leadership has a baffling capacity to walk comfortable paths while the world changes. Bold leadership, on the other hand, feels dangerous like… Continue reading
ABC’s for Leaders – “A”
Today’s words for leaders begin with “A.” A’s from Facebook contributors: Appreciation Ally Accessible Affirmation Accountable Available Adroit Adaptive Authenticity Audacious Aspire Alacrity (I had to look that one up. It means: cheerful… Continue reading
Who Not What
Stop teaching leaders what to do. Teach them who to be. Four steps toward character based leadership First, determine who you want to be as an organization. Forget about what you do. That… Continue reading