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10 Ways to get the most from criticism

Every leader hears both personal and organizational criticism. Personal criticism is directed toward leaders themselves and organizational criticism focuses on the organizations they lead. Here’s how to get the most from organizational criticism… Continue reading

The Power of Pain

Pain motivates change. Without it we remain stuck. Motivated by it we adapt. I’m not talking about transitory physical pain. I’m talking about struggling with meaning at work, career drift, and activity without… Continue reading

The letter “C” for leaders – Constraint

This is the third installment in the Alphabet for Leaders. Today it’s the letter “C.” You constrain your organization. The Theory of Constraints (TOC) is the idea that any manageable system is limited… Continue reading

Lying at work

It’s my opinion that lying is rampant in the workplace. 5 Reasons people lie to the boss #1. The boss can enhance or hinder your career track #2. The boss can control your… Continue reading

Tough talk

The truth can be unsettling and disturbing. According to John Spence one of the four biggest leadership challenge executives face is talking about tough issues. Why don’t leaders talk about tough issues #1.… Continue reading

Ranting about a cliché

Yesterday I read that the expression, “values, mission, and vision” was a cliché’. Today I’m on a rant! I lead in what some experts consider the most difficult leadership arena, the not for… Continue reading