Screw You and Other Moments of Growth
Growth hurts. #1. Have a screw you attitude. Get up after being kicked to the curb. A screw you attitude is useful when others don’t believe in you. Prove them wrong. Plow forward.… Continue reading
Category Archive: Taking others higher
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The Introspection that Comes Before Complaint, Confrontation, or Correction
One of the most pathetic expressions of inept management is complaining about something that hasn’t been discussed with the people involved. Complaints are bold, loud, and long when the people we’re talking about… Continue reading
4 Forms of Stagnation that Defeat Leaders and Destroy Organizations
Stagnation serves up death in sugary bites that taste like cake. Regardless of the contents of your leadership, you found it moving forward. The opposite of forward is stagnation. 4 forms of… Continue reading
How to Spot Surprising Opportunities to Develop Team Members
Trying to fix someone is insulting to them and arrogant of you. Development is a partnership, not a dictatorship. But the trouble is… You don’t always have the luxury of waiting for people… Continue reading
How to Put People in Stressful Situations
What gives you the right to put someone in a situation that makes their palms sweat? Positive intention. Shared values. Known commitments. Open relationship. Challenge or coddle: Coddling prevents people from soaring. Compassionate… Continue reading
One Leader’s Surprising Experience with One-on-Ones
One of my coaching clients is developing his skill at holding one-on-ones with his management team. He’s learning you don’t have to choose between strong relationships and great results. Strong relationships fuel great… Continue reading