23 Ways to Lower Stress that Don’t Work

I feel stress when people tell me to relax. A little stress is good. A lot of stress eats you alive. Stress in large doses makes you stupid. Chronic stress shrinks your brain.… Continue reading

Leading Inclusion: Three Ways to Make Your Organization Inclusive

New Book Giveaway! 20 copies available!! Leave a comment on this guest post by Dr. Gena Cox to become eligible for one of 20 complimentary copies of her book, Leading Inclusion. Deadline for eligibility… Continue reading

3 Ways to Protect Good Managers from Becoming Jerk-holes

Lousy managers think jerk-holery is an asset. Well-intentioned managers can slip into obnoxious behaviors because some jerk-holes are great at delivering results. 3 ways to protect good managers from becoming jerk-holes #1. Protect… Continue reading

Saturday Sage: 10 Ways to Get Serious about Skylarking

Conventional wisdom says use time efficiently. But wisdom is unconventional sometimes. When efficiency excludes skylarking, it’s foolish. People say do everything you can to get the most done in the shortest amount of… Continue reading

7 Simple Steps that Accelerate Growth

Leaders who aren’t growing are failing. You were born with potential, but reaching potential is up to you. Constant improvement is first about you. Growth is the path to maximum contribution. 7 simple… Continue reading

28 Words Every Leader Needs to Thrive

Book Giveaway! Author Bill Treasurer is giving away five signed copies of his new book, “Leadership Two Words at a Time.” Just leave a comment on today’s post to become eligible. Winners must… Continue reading