Solution Saturday: 12 Ways to Get People to Listen to You

Forget leading if no one’s listening. The right to be heard is earned. After a recent presentation, I was asked, “How do I deal with someone who isn’t listening to me?” 12 ways… Continue reading

7 Ways to Put In More Than You Take Out

You’re a black hole, if all you think about is what you need from others. Great leaders give more than they take. 4 things that drain people: Expectation without appreciation. You aren’t thankful… Continue reading

Cows and New Gates

Cows, like people, are creatures of habit. Dairy cows wear paths in fields from walking the same route to the barn, day after day. If you move the gate, they’ll walk to where… Continue reading

Coaching to Capitalize on Frustration

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

“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

The Illusion of Desire

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