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
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
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
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
He told me about problems and challenges. I asked him, “What qualities and skills do you currently possess that enable you to face these challenges?” People lose boldness when they forget who they are. Inspire people to… Continue reading
The “make it go away” fairy doesn’t exist. Ignored complaints fester. Uncover the real dissatisfaction before solving complaints. The 4 hidden agendas concealed in complaints: “You should have ….” You caused the problem… Continue reading
