A Dealer in Hope

That’s G.J. Hart, CEO of Texas Roadhouse; a rapidly expanding, publicly traded franchise with 40,000 employees and 340 locations. G.J. and I had an intriguing conversation on March 11, 2011. ********** Gas was 35… Continue reading →

Remember Japan

If it’s broke DON’T fix it

You may spiral into frustration and irrelevance if you try to fix stagnated teams or committees. Leaders are passionate fixers that love enhancing organizational efficiency and effectiveness. A well-oiled, productive team is a… Continue reading →

Just out of reach

Many barely make it through the day. They’re dominated by the tyranny of the urgent, exhausted and frustrated. You may need something just out of reach for inspiration. Not another goal or problem… Continue reading →

iLeadership by Jay Elliot

“The Steve Jobs Way: iLeadership for a New Generation,” is several books in one. It’s the personal story of staggering success, painful failure, persistent struggle and white hot passion. Sometimes it reads like… Continue reading →

Refocus on People

Focusing on projects motivates leaders to pressure people to work harder, faster, and smarter. Enhance productivity by addressing human need. Speaking into needs: People need security. Insecure people expend energy searching for security. Insecurity creates… Continue reading →