Leaders who move up, end up leading people who are smarter than they are. Be thankful, even if it’s stressful. Leaders who need to be the smartest person in the room: Propagate dumb… Continue reading
It’s growing more common for young people to lead teams that include elders. Some elders look down on their youngers. Entitlement: Entitlement expects respect or opportunity without earning it. Elders may expect respect… Continue reading
Hi Dan, Greetings from Ireland. I hope this message finds you well. Can I begin with flattery…(genuine) by saying that your leadership narratives and comments are amazing and always ‘get me thinking’! Thank… Continue reading
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) reports, for two years running, that respectful treatment of all employees at all levels is the #1 contributor to job satisfaction. Compensation, trust, and relationships matter,… Continue reading
Unfocused leaders live frantic shallow frustrated lives. Worse yet, they lead unfocused teams. Hopping from one shiny object to the next drains energy and dilutes impact. 4 fundamentals of focus: Focus is clarity of… Continue reading
Venting doesn’t work. Hitting a punching bag, while thinking about the person who made you angry, increases aggression. It’s better to do nothing than vent. Catharsis doesn’t work. (Brad Bushman Ph.D.) Aggressive behavior increases… Continue reading
