People who Believe They Have No Control Act as if They Don’t Matter

  People who believe they have no control forfeit their power and act as if they don’t matter. Helplessness: When you try to change things but everything stays the same, eventually you give… Continue reading

The Top 10 Super Powers of Listening

There are a million excuses for poor listening. Reject all of them if you expect to lead. The top 10 super powers of listening: Expanding horizons. Showing respect. Connecting and caring. Helping people… Continue reading

The Most Important Thing You Manage isn’t Projects or People

Someone or something is controlling your attention. Often it’s not you. Maybe it’s an email alert or a buzzing cell phone. Distracted leaders live inconsequential lives. The most important thing you manage is your… Continue reading

How to Accept a Challenge that Buckles Your Knees

Nudges normally produce acceptable growth. But some growth-opportunities require leaps. Knee buckling opportunities: One day a door of opportunity will open for you. You sweat thinking about it. Your knees buckle. Your boss… Continue reading

The Secret to a Healthy Workplace Culture

Book giveaway!! 20 complimentary copies available. Leave a comment on this guest post by William Vanderbloemen to become eligible to win one of TWENTY complimentary copies of Culture Wins: The Roadmap to an… Continue reading

Three C’s for Listening Like a Leader

Listening is a vast ocean surrounded by empty beaches. I’ve been paying attention to listening, both my own and others. You’re more likely to meet a red-crested tree rat* than to meet someone… Continue reading