There is No Halo of Exceptionality
You are as unexceptional as you are exceptional. Everyone sucks at something. There is no halo of exceptionality. Skill or talent in one area doesn’t bleed into others. You may be good at… Continue reading
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The Most Important Leadership Idea, Today
A young leader asked, “What’s the most important leadership idea?” He wants the down and dirty truth. The one thing. Honestly, my answer changes. This time I said, “Leadership is about understanding others… Continue reading
10 Phrases Incompetent Leaders Keep Saying
You can try and fail one or two times. But, persistent failure – in the same area – signals incompetence. Everyone who gets ahead establishes a track record of reliability. You can’t be trusted if… Continue reading
10 Ways to be a Mature Leader Even if You’re Young
I just got home from a conversation about maturity with some really smart college students. This post is inspired by our conversation. 10 expressions of immaturity: Don’t realize or don’t care that their… Continue reading
12 Ways to Deal with Your Incompetent Manager
It’s “Solution Saturday.” Erin suggested we discuss leading up. You’re stuck with an incompetent manager who hides in the office, talks too much, has poor people skills, can’t delegate, won’t make decisions, or some… Continue reading
In Praise of Incompetent Managers
Imagine you weren’t as competent as you believe. How would you treat your team? The problem is, you can do it “better” yourself. Do-it-yourself managers: Get things done. Want the job done right.… Continue reading