Tag Archive: Vision

The most important leadership quality of all

The most active Leadership Freak discussions occurred around an interview with John Spence and the subsequent review of his book “Awesomely Simple.” Our discussion regarding the top three leadership qualities every leader should… Continue reading →

You want something new but you’re afraid

Yesterday I had a conversation with a person who longs for something more than what they are currently doing. They feel trapped. Current responsibilities wall them in. They fear taking a leap into… Continue reading →

What not how

“Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things.” Peter F. Drucker “Doing the right things,” means leaders determine, clarify, and communicate what is done. The other day I had a… Continue reading →

“T” is for Timid

(This is the “T” installment of the series, “Alphabet for Leaders.”) You don’t have to be charismatic to be a great leader. Needing the spotlight hinders rather than helps leadership success. However… Leaders… Continue reading →

“M” for leaders – Momentum

Organizations and individuals either have negative or positive momentum. In other words, they always have trajectory. You may feel you’re holding steady but you aren’t. It may seem you organization is flat but… Continue reading →

Creating passion with managed emotion

Passionate leaders are intensely focused on clear targets. Emotional leaders express unmanaged feelings that typically hinder progress and hamper relationships. Leaders need passion. On the other hand, unmanaged emotion is counterproductive. John Maxwell… Continue reading →