Grit: How to Keep Going When You Want to Quit

Grit produces hope, not the other way around. Every difficult step you take strengthens hope. But hope shrivels when you quit. Helen Keller said, “Nothing can be done without hope and confidence,” but… Continue reading

4 Questions that Accelerate Performance Today

Performance accelerates when you instruct incompetence and question expertise. Tell rookies what to do. They need to know how to hold the bat and grip the club. Challenge the thinking of experience with… Continue reading

3 Ways to Expose Deceptive Emotions

Things that feel good can be bad. Emotions lead you astray – sometimes. When bad feels good: In the moment, it felt good to lie to my boss. Going fast doesn’t feel good.… Continue reading

Farther, Faster, and Far Less Drama

Effective leaders use Four Leadership Motions to advance with ease and navigate complexity. Navy SEALs use them. Even the neighborhood watch uses them. Motions are things leaders can DO in any situation to… Continue reading

5 “Dangers” of Psychological Safety

I married my high school sweetheart. Neither of us had any idea what we were getting into. It’s been delightful until this afternoon. My bride came to my office to let me know… Continue reading

Powerful Motivation from a Toothbrush

The American Dental Association recommends brushing your teeth two minutes twice a day. Your teeth are 26% cleaner if you brush the recommended time instead of the average 45 seconds. My rechargeable toothbrush… Continue reading