Don’t say calm down. Capitalize on frustration. Frustration is energy. Energized toddlers fall down kicking and screaming, when they can’t have candy before breakfast. The message of frustration? Give me what I want.… Continue reading
“We’re on a mission from God!” The Blues Brothers – 1980 Successful leaders know and do what’s important. Purpose defines importance. Actions disconnected from purpose are meaningless. Mark Twain wisely said, “The two… Continue reading
Recurring gossip, blame, and complaining indicate you want things to change, but you haven’t done anything about it. Wanting change increases frustration when old behaviors continue. Tell me what you’re doing to achieve… Continue reading
The first sign of life is growth. Leaders who aren’t growing are dying. Great dreams require great growth. Exponential growth occurs when: Success feels uncertain. New skills are needed. Situations feel awkward. Lack… Continue reading
Great meetings create efficiency. It’s Solution Saturday. The problem I’d like us to solve is spending too much time in long meetings. One CEO said she has to take her work home at night… Continue reading
Exceptional people are advised to tone it down. You’re too organized, too compassionate, too visionary. “All you think about is getting things done. You need to tone it down.” Never tell eagles to… Continue reading
