Dependency as an Asset
An independent life is out of the question for anyone who aspires to lead. Success – in leadership – always depends on others. A central issue of leadership is how you deal with… Continue reading
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Lessons in Leading-Up from a Two Year Old
Children develop leading-up skills at an early age. Most of them teach us things we shouldn’t do. Leading-up from a two-year-old’s perspective: Bargaining. “I’ll be good.” A two-year-old uses good performance as a… Continue reading
On Chemistry Sets and Pogo Sticks
This morning I thought of Henry Mintzberg again. About six years ago I asked Henry to share the one piece of advice he most loves to share. He said one word, “Connect.” “Connect”… Continue reading
You Never Bring out Someone’s Best by Making Them Feel Inadequate
You never bring out someone’s best by making them feel inadequate. You may not mean to intimidate others but you probably do. Intimidated people: Comply, but don’t bring their best. Speak YOUR mind,… Continue reading
Stop Hating the People You Serve
Leaders get frustrated with the people they serve. You hear them grumble, “What’s wrong with people?” It happens in the business world, education, church world, and governments as well. Dissatisfaction – apart from… Continue reading
The 10 Vulnerabilities of Discouragement
Turning an ember into a flame takes skills. But any fool can throw water on enthusiasm. Show up to fuel energy and build morale. Everyone gets discouraged. That’s why successful leaders make it… Continue reading