The Real Work of Leaders
Leading begins when the performance of others becomes top priority. The real work of leaders: Create environments where people love coming to work. I just got off the phone with Jim Whitehurst, CEO of… Continue reading
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5 Painful Leadership Blunders Successful Leaders Avoid
The sting of doing your best and falling short is a giant kick in the gut. 5 painful leadership blunders: Believe others perceive you the way you perceive yourself. Blind spots prolong frustration. Powerful influence… Continue reading
How to Succeed with People in Authority
Don’t expect advancement while resisting or opposing people in authority. Success within organizations is determined by people with authority. They authorize raises, promotions, and determine who participates in high value projects. 12 ways… Continue reading
Solution Saturday: One of my Colleagues Rubs me the Wrong Way
Dear Dan, I work with a person who just rubs me the wrong way. I get along well with most people, but can’t seem to figure this one out. My boss doesn’t want… Continue reading
10 Things We All Want From Our Leaders
Success includes avoiding useless behaviors, paying attention to people, and tending to small things. 12 things we wish our leaders would stop: Tolerating high performers who act like jerks. Avoiding tough issues. Giving… Continue reading
The Toxic Leader Score
Your Toxic Leader Score* (TLS) is the level of unnecessary irritation you cause others. If you occasionally irritate colleagues by arriving late, you’re a 3 on a range from 1 to 10. If you frequently… Continue reading