Solution Saturday: Peer Constantly Falls Short

Dear Dan, I am struggling with a peer (manager) who is consistently falling short in her job. Our director only fixes the short falls but doesn’t address the behaviors. We are in succession… Continue reading

15 Proven Behaviors that Elevate Leaders

All leaders have weaknesses and blindspots that limit their opportunities. The higher you go in an organization the more people watch and evaluate your smallest behaviors. Sadly, the way you’re perceived isn’t always what you… Continue reading

7 Principles of the Pig

If you have a team of pigs, fall in love with bacon. The people on your team reflect the future of your organization. The future begins with who’s on your team, not where… Continue reading

10 Practical Ways to Make Better Decisions

Weak leaders silence dissent; wise invite it. Peter Drucker said, “If you have quick consensus on an important matter, don’t make the decision.” All important decisions are made better by constructive dissent. Leaders with… Continue reading

One of the Biggest Shifts in Leadership

Regret with the end, hurts more than dissatisfaction at the beginning. Disappointment is realizing the cheese moved. You don’t want what you wanted. You aren’t getting where you want to go. You don’t like who… Continue reading

The Secrets of Compassion for Leaders

“I have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.” Lao Tzu Today’s challenge: Be passionate about compassionate leadership. Compassion doesn’t ignore problems. It isn’t neglecting results or sacrificing forward… Continue reading