12 Refueling Strategies That Work Today
Foolish leaders believe they can take more out of life than they put in. Well, maybe it isn’t foolishness. Maybe it’s arrogance. Only God never runs dry. Normal people know that everyone who… Continue reading
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5 Ways to Rise Above Self-Affirming Nonsense
It’s pointless to get things done and lose yourself along the way. Who you are, while you get things done, is the most important thing about you. Pressures cause leaders to neglect their best… Continue reading
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
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: 5 things immature leaders end up saying:… Continue reading