One-on-ones are drudgery if all you discuss is past to-dos and new assignments. Create a list of conversation starters that energize your one-on-ones. People are too valuable, and time is too short to… Continue reading
Engaging meetings are like snow in summer. We’re better than this. Plan for engagement if you want engaging meetings. 16 Ways to Lead Engaging Meetings: Have a junior member of the team lead… Continue reading
You begin with a dream, but the real issue is courage – courage to become a leader. “Becoming a leader is synonymous with becoming yourself.” Warren Bennis Dying people regret their lack of… Continue reading
Warren Buffett said, “The difference between successful people and very successful people is that very successful people say ‘no’ to almost everything.” But there is a danger. Saying no is a dead-end when… Continue reading
Every manager wants to know how to challenge people. Competitive business environments require greater productivity and efficiency. High expectations are table stakes. But how might you challenge people and create an environment where… Continue reading
Lousy managers are anchors. Successful managers are wind. The first step in filling people’s sails is setting an intention to energize people. After time with you, you want people … Standing tall. Energized… Continue reading
