10 Ways to be Wide for Those Who Feel Superior

Nothing limits leaders more than believing they can succeed without others. Superiority, masquerading as self-confidence, makes leaders look down on others. Marginalizing people limits their potential and yours. People expand your leadership, if you… Continue reading

What to do when Working Harder Doesn’t Work

Mary feels like a caged animal. Barry, her inexperienced manager, just set a goal of increasing her production by 15%. She already works overtime! Mary asks, “What do you suggest I stop doing?… Continue reading

You Have a Manipulator on the Team If…

Manipulators make you feel bad when you don’t give them what they want. “… if you fail to comply with his request, a manipulator will try to make you feel bad, selfish, naive,… Continue reading

Ten Things that don’t Matter Much – One that Does

Leaders who neglect what matters always fall short. 10 things that don’t matter much: Sitting at your desk. Past success. All the good reasons things can’t be done. Answering email as it comes… Continue reading

Four Ways to Use the Past to Ignite Passion

To disrespect the past is to insult those who built the present. It’s difficult to insult people and get them on the team at the same time. Wise leaders connect the future with the past in… Continue reading

7 Ways to Rescue Lost Potential

Life is wasted by preparation. “If somebody offers you an amazing opportunity but you are not sure you can do it, say yes – then learn how to do it later!” Richard Branson… Continue reading