3 Ways to Quiet Constant Complaining

Constant complaining feels good to grumblers. Lousy leaders complain like squawking crows. If they didn’t feel unhappy, they wouldn’t feel anything. Even when you do well, lousy leaders bellyache. Why so much complaining:… Continue reading →

Saturday Sage: Productive Doubting

When has doubting been a topic of enthusiastic conversation? Most people don’t brag about doubt. Novices are certain. A sage dances with doubt. “… please run, do not walk, to the nearest exit… Continue reading →

7 Ways to Maximize Social Butterflies

People are frustrating.  Accept people for who they are so you can maximize their gifts and minimize their weaknesses. 5 people who drive leaders nuts: Leading social butterflies: Social butterflies relish relationship but… Continue reading →

The Insane Side of Self-Belief

Self-belief is dangerous. G.K. Chesterton said, “Shall I tell you where the men are who believe most in themselves…The men who really believe in themselves are all in lunatic asylums.” Believing in yourself… Continue reading →

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 →