My habit is to quickly get to a substantive topic, even if I don’t know you. It lets people know that I have meaningful conversations. It’s who I am and what I do.… Continue reading
Set a tone of candor early in relationships. Let people know you’re frank, open, forthright, and kind from the moment you meet them. Candor is difficult because: You wait for big hairy issues… Continue reading
Some leaders think they’re good leaders when they’re stuck at average. We don’t automatically improve as time passes. The longer we do something, the more likely we are to do it like we’ve… Continue reading
Everyone needs someone in their life who doesn’t need to be liked. What if your critics aren’t complete idiots? Self-protection is self-limiting: Critiquing your critics is a standard self-limiting behavior when receiving… Continue reading
Leaders don’t have to search for critics. They attract them. I’m often in the position to hear negative feedback about leaders that I coach. Everyone judges a leader’s performance. Even those who think… Continue reading
Everyone has bias. It’s dangerous to think otherwise. When you meet job candidates, you form first impressions that include stereotypes and biases. (Not all stereotypes are bad.) In order to recruit and retain… Continue reading
