Underhanded resistance happens when people say yes, but really mean no. Resistance is expected, normal, even healthy. Underhanded resistance distracts and destroys. Leaders chase ghosts, when they don’t see underhanded resistance. People say they want change.… Continue reading
What do you do when the person you’re coaching persists in poor performance or negative behaviors? Energy deflates when you have the same conversation over and over. The belief that coaching is handholding offends… Continue reading
Slackers want something for nothing. Talent yearns for opportunity. In between, discouraged middlers slave away. Push slackers and they’ll despise you. Push talent and they’ll thank you. Middlers are development opportunities. 10 reasons you’re… Continue reading
The really great leaders display contrasting, even conflicting qualities. Some are curious and decisive. Others bring creativity and execution together. Being tender and tenacious is another surprising combination. Radically improve your leadership by bringing… Continue reading
Success hinges on finding and leveraging talent. Root premise: Others determine your value. It doesn’t matter how talented you believe you are. Talent – like fruit – is for others, not the trees that produce it.… Continue reading
You suck at many things and excel at few. If you’re a “know all – decide all” leader: Create hierarchy. Stick with your expertise. Control everything. Surround yourself with kowtowing conformists. 5 signs you’re… Continue reading
