In Praise of Power
Saying, “I’m the boss,” indicates you’ve lost influence and resorted to intimidation. Coercive power offends. But, power isn’t a dirty word, with it you get things done. Without power, nothing gets done. Power… Continue reading
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Five Ways to Find and Tap Potential
Image source Leaders fail when they think too much about things they want and too little about things others want. Immature vision-driven leaders flounder when they believe it’s all about their vision. Think… Continue reading
Stop Barking up the Wrong Tree
Leaders who work to extend their influence are barking up the wrong tree. John Maxwell said, “Leadership is influence.” But, gaining influence isn’t about working to get it; it’s about connecting. Stop worrying… Continue reading
How to Invite the Preferred Response
Say the right thing the wrong way and you’ll disconnect. Intent to connect, correct, or be useful isn’t useful unless content, tone, and body language fully align. Everything you say invites responses from… Continue reading
How Judging Blocks Your Best
“The Sage Perspective accepts every outcome and circumstance as a gift and opportunity.” Shirzad Chamine, author of, “Positive Intelligence.” Do you find Shirzad’s use of the term “gift” challenging? I don’t want to… Continue reading
How to Disarm Your Inner-Critic
I live with an inner critic who loves pointing out my faults, failures, and shortcomings. I’m never good enough for that bastard. How about you? “In all my years of coaching, I have… Continue reading