Tag Archive: arrogance

Big-Ego Behaviors in Leadership

I called Ken Kragen to confirm a quote. Ken managed superstars like Kenny Rogers, Lionel Richie, Trisha Yearwood, Travis Tritt, Olivia Newton John, The Bee Gees, and more. He was one of the… Continue reading

How to Eliminate the Source of Unhappiness in Leadership

Unhappiness comes to leaders through many channels but one main source. Channels of unhappiness: Pissing on everything. When everything is a pissing contest, you live in constant need to outdo others. Ultimately, you’re… Continue reading

Facing the Greatest Struggle of Leadership

Say, “I’m learning,” not “I’ve learned.” “I’ve learned,” gives the impression of arrival and we both know you ain’t there yet.   Learning or learned: Learning is a matter of the heart, not… Continue reading

Talent Shows – Passion and Incompetence

Have you watched a talent show on TV when an incompetent contestant auditioned? Just because they’re passionate to sing doesn’t mean they can sing on key. The danger of passion is the illusion… Continue reading

How to Bridge the Gap Between Intention and Perception

Leaders fail because they don’t see themselves as others see them. Disconnection between internal intention and external perception limits leaders. Misalignment: You make space for others to thrive. Others see you as passive.… Continue reading

How to Navigate Ambiguity and Uncertainty

Uncertainty finds comfort in nostalgia. Those who run from ambiguity and uncertainty are bound to repeat the past. Uncertainty and humility: The higher you go in organizational life, the lower your tolerance for… Continue reading