Kris, Think carefully before you become a disruptor. Constructive disruption is a fist fight with conventional wisdom. The good news is a constructive disruptor instigates innovation. But expect discombobulation. A constructive disruptor blends… Continue reading
A negative tone treats people like tools and results like gods. Positive energy fuels performance. Skillful leaders set a positive tone. Negative energy feels like swamp-walking. A positive tone… “Excellence depends on a… Continue reading
A person who isn’t self-confident makes more work for others. Everyone needs encouragement. Self-doubters need more. Self-confident people dare to face problems on their own. Insecure managers and employees prolong tension because they… Continue reading
Time pressure is more pervasive than Covid. Your schedule reflects your life. The person who can’t manage time can’t manage life. When you hate your schedule, you hate life. Time management is self-management.… Continue reading
Innovation is about technology, product features, and profitability. You don’t hear innovators talking about love, empathy, and generosity. That’s where PepsiCo’s Chief Design Officer (CDO) comes in. Mauro Porcini says innovation is an… Continue reading
Stop saying, “I’m just not good at that.” If you aren’t good at leadership, learn to lead. Don’t cower behind, “I’m not wired that way.” Learn to lead from the genetic platform you… Continue reading
