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4 ways to understand people: aspirations, motivations, potential, and shortcomings. Image of 4 puzzle pieces fitting together.

The Leadership Imperative Every Leader Must Understand but Many Don’t

Understanding people is the #1 leadership imperative.

There are four ways to understand people. Use the lens of aspirations, motivations, potential, and shortcomings. (AMPS)

Learning to understand people transforms your leadership.

Understanding a person AMPS their enthusiasm.

Here’s how…

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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 →