How to Defeat Distraction and Heighten Satisfaction
I haven’t been a fan of all the mumbo jumbo about being present, until recently. Maybe I had too much to do? Stress and anxiety reveal the danger of distraction and power of… Continue reading
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How Successful Leaders Navigate Disruption
Success during disruption is a function of opportunity, humility, talent, and focus – the elimination of distraction. Ego hinders meaningful contribution. Avoid Superhero Syndrome. Superhero-leaders work too hard rescuing others. It feels good… Continue reading
7 Ways to Find Your Highest Point of Clarity during Uncertainty
A Leadership Freak reader asked me to explain, “Go with your highest point of clarity.” Uncertainty invites anxiety, second-guessing, rethinking, and delay. Decisions always include multiple options and uncertainty. If everything is clear,… Continue reading
Dear Dan: I Have an Employee who Makes Repeated Mistakes
Dear Dan, I have an employee who rushes through her work. I’ve tried to get her to slow down, but she is always worried about getting in trouble for not getting work done.… Continue reading
How to Never Waste a Good Crisis
Leaders are developing a healthy case of humility during COVID-19. Frankly, it’s a good thing because lousy leadership is rooted in ego. Success followed by admiration tests character. An ancient Jewish proverb puts… Continue reading
Future-Back: How Leaders Create the Future Today
COVID-19 changes the way you think about the future. On-going disruption changes the way you think about yourself, others, and the present. The imagined future transforms the present. In a recent conversation, Mark… Continue reading