Want to Stop Being Foolish and Grow Wise?
A leader with wisdom seems foolish to fools. I called a businessperson for advice. He made some good points. But, I wasn’t sure I wanted to take his advice. It felt awkward. It was… Continue reading
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Solution Saturday: I can’t focus
Lack of focus means you’re out of control. Distraction drains energy and dilutes potential. Unfocused leaders: Struggle to trust others. Don’t have hobbies. Say yes too much. Eat poorly. Forget what they’re all… Continue reading
12 Steps That Make Anything Better
Babies cry. Big boys and girls work to make things better. The essential ingredient of any real problem is the definition of better. “A problem only exists if there is a difference… Continue reading
15 Surprising Ways to Expand Leadership
Leadership expands when you learn and contracts when you know. “If you stop learning, you might as well lie down and let them throw the dirt on you.” Ken Blanchard. Humility learns. Arrogance… Continue reading
One Minute to Make a Difference
Big egos move slowly. They worry about protocol, image, and butt kissing. Humble managers deliver results and develop talent quickly. Successful management is about many brief encounters. One minute management: (What follows comes from,… Continue reading
Don’t be Boring When You Talk About Yourself
You’re at a conference and someone asks, “What do you do?” What they really mean is, “Who’s the big dog?” Reject the need to impress. Ignite imagination, instead. Boring: I’m VP of … I’m… Continue reading