Small managers need to feel big. Egotistical managers walk around like they run the place but no one enjoys an insecure, heavy handed, meddlesome manager. Small managers: Throw their weight around. Get huffy when challenged.… Continue reading
Short-sighted leaders are consumed with results. Real leaders are consumed with people. The answer is who. Traditional leaders: Solve problems. Prevent failure. Create systems. Measure results. Traditional leadership is essential. But, never treat people… Continue reading
You don’t need position when people respect you. Respect amplifies leadership. Leaders who aren’t respected, depend on position, power, authority, and control. Respect and influence: You have the most influence with those who respect… Continue reading
Over 50% of employees don’t trust their boss.* 5 reasons leaders seem dishonest: Pretending things are better than they are. Holding your nose in the air. Arrogant leaders sacrifice others to protect their image. Remaining isolated.… Continue reading
If you aren’t hearing complaints from employees: People are lying. Culture is broken. Fear blocks honesty. Things are worse than you think. Tension bubbles under the surface until it erupts, for leaders who… Continue reading
Foolish leaders believe pointing out what went wrong inspires people to do better. You can’t condemn and inspire at the same time. Discerning leaders hunt for things that are going right. Condemning leaders point out what… Continue reading
