You’ve been wronged, manipulated, or cheated by someone with position or power. Leaders shade the truth, compromise their values, and abuse authority. Just read the news. When the path is demanding, shortcuts feel… Continue reading
Don’t wait for volunteers to volunteer. Go to them. The volunteer who volunteers may not be the one you want. #1. Help them: The first question to ask volunteers is, “How can we serve… Continue reading
Pressure that’s rooted in unrealistic expectation; frustrates, defeats, even crushes. Self-imposed pressure drains joy, prevents progress, and invites leaders to become isolated and self-protective. Leaders don’t need to: Stand up front. Pretend they… Continue reading
Ask people to talk about what they’re good at and their eyes light up. For some, the topic of their strength is so awkward that it takes them time to get their bearings.… Continue reading
Success may be as simple as stopping something that’s sabotaging progress. Keep doing all the great stuff you already do. Stop shooting yourself in the foot. Success may be found in doing less… Continue reading
Being told what to do eliminates ambiguity, uncertainty, and confusion. When I travel, I’m often told where to go, who to meet, what time to be there. Before going on stage, for example,… Continue reading
