Tag Archive: growth and development

Potential: A Broken Promise

Potential is an unfulfilled promise.

The #1 pick in the 2013 NBA Draft was Anthony Bennett. You probably haven’t heard of him. He played four games before scoring a point. He fizzled after playing with four teams in four seasons.

How to spot real potential?

Turn potential into results.

Prepare for Your Breakthrough

Effort isn’t your problem. You stall when pressure zones hijack behavior.

Breakthroughs need a catalyst.

Name the zone.
Shift your perspective.
Reclaim the future.

Learn 3 pressure zones.

Discover 5 steps to your breakthrough.

Wisdom from the Barnyard

Dairy cows provide two products, milk and manure. Both nurture growth.

I was nose blind to the aroma of cow manure growing up on the farm. Now it stinks.

The stuff that stinks makes things grow.

Here is some wisdom from the barnyard.

Powerful ways seasoned leaders grow.

Dear Dan: Am I Helping or Hindering

Today I’m answering a wonderful question from a reader. I wish more people asked, “How can I tell if I am helping or hindering.

We’ve all seen our efforts backfire.

Every leader has to terminate people. How can you do this without negative reflections on your own leadership skills?

How can you tell if someone really wants to grow?

Steady on!

Two Seductions that Stunt Growth

Talent provides advantage, but growth multiplies possibility. You’re a runt when you squander growth opportunities. People might think you’re cute but neglecting growth insults talent. You are responsible for your development. No one… Continue reading

4 Ways to Become a Leader with an Open Heart

Leading is a battle when you build walls around your heart. But a leader with an open heart builds supportive relationships. People in relationship work hard for each other. A team of average… Continue reading