Solution Saturday: Dealing with Ms. Rigid
Hi Dan, I lead a team of amazing professionals who are passionate and committed to the work we do. One team member is … rigid in her thinking and ambushes me at staff… Continue reading
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13 Things That Are Changing My Life and Leadership
I’m surprised at how much I want others to change and how much I resist it in myself. Change is exciting when it’s about others. Growth is change. No change; no growth. Life without change… Continue reading
How to Hold People Accountable
Successful leaders believe in accountability. When I say, “Leaders hold people accountable,” who comes to mind? Employees, right? Authentic leaders think of themselves, as well as others, when they think of accountability. Authority… Continue reading
12 Secrets for Successful Coaching Conversations
You care about coaching because it’s the path to energy, responsibility, fulfillment, and results at work. You also care because the workforce desires opportunity, purpose, development, mentors, and coaching. The ultimate goals of coaching… Continue reading
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
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