How Leaders Frustrate Others
Last week, I frustrated someone, again. I thought I learned my lesson but old habits die hard. There’s always room for improvement, from my point of view. Nothing’s ever done. I’m tempted to… Continue reading
Tag Archive: Decisions
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The Struggle and Power of Divergent Values
It’s a mistake to expect everyone to fully align with your values. Shared values are never fully shared. Power of values: Shared values are the heartbeat of vibrant organizations. Values drive decisions. Decisions… Continue reading
Right or Wrong Isn’t the Issue
This post is inspired by a reader who writes, “I believe that leaders make decision not based on what is right or wrong but what is relevant in the context.” Most leadership decisions… Continue reading
How to Get What You Want
It takes conviction, candor, and, most importantly, courage to push against the boss or the board. Managers who can’t stand up and push back are inevitably pushed around and down. Yesterday, I talked… Continue reading
16 Things Successful Leaders Never Do
“Not doing,” is one side of finding success. Never let the bottom line be the bottom line. Never pretend things are ok when they aren’t. Never let what you’ve never done be the… Continue reading
Fixing Why Leaders Don’t Let Go of Decisions
Decisions should be made by those closest to the action. The trouble is those closest to the action may not see the big picture. They may act selfishly. Perhaps they’re great at their… Continue reading