12 Promises to My Future Self
I’m often asked what advice I’d give to my younger self. Trouble is, my younger self wouldn’t listen. “What would I say to my future self?” is a more interesting question. Dear Future… Continue reading
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10 Reasons Leaders Feel Alone
“It is strange to be known so universally and yet to be so lonely.” Albert Einstein You can be loved, respected, successful, and appreciated, but still feel like you’re swinging the sword alone.… Continue reading
4 Surprising Times to Leap for Joy
Issues, problems, and challenges suck the joy out of leaders. Miserable leaders drain organizational energy. (People assume you’re miserable if you don’t express joy.) Joy is energy. Joy is an expression of wisdom and strength, not… Continue reading
10 Ways to Defeat the Evil Monster of Defensiveness
Defensive leaders bristle at the hint that they could have done better. Defensive leaders believe you’re the problem. Self-protective leaders justify themselves and attack others. 4 reasons leaders justify defensiveness: Defensiveness finds reasons to… Continue reading
4 Ways to Practice the Art of Commitment
Shallow commitment cheapens leadership. Half-hearted leaders may have titles, but they can’t inspire commitment. 7 profound benefits of deep commitment: The art of commitment: You’ll commit to anything, if you don’t know who you… Continue reading
The Peril of Meaning Well But Doing Harm
It’s tragic when you mean well but do harm. 4 ways to mean well but do harm: #1. Allow nagging issues to persist. You’re responsible if there’s a well-worn path around recurring problems. Birds… Continue reading