One thing I’ve found that separates the good leaders from the not so good leaders is the ability to listen. And not just the ability to listen but to actually “hear” what’s being said. That means listening with a new lens, or more accurately a … Read more
As you know, I am frequently talking about leadership and what it takes to be a good or even great leader. Along these lines, about a year ago, a good friend and CEO colleague of mine, Kim Obbink, started reminiscing about bad leadership stories. We … Read more
In today’s noisy landscape, the quiet leader can be overlooked. Our overall cultural bias towards extroverts means people who are willing to grab the mic are admired simply because they are willing to do it. Those who demand and command attention often get to lead. … Read more
The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.– George Bernard Shaw In today’s dizzying pace of information, we barely take in yesterday’s news and events when we are deluged with all that is happening today. What gets lost in … Read more
“I do not think much of a man who is not wiser today than he was yesterday.”― Abraham Lincoln In our culture, when discussing leadership strength, you will hear words like; decisive, bold, unwavering, strong, courageous, tough, stable, stalwart, firm, backbone, firmness, power, might, fortitude, … Read more
So much of your business success depends upon the people on your team. In today’s competitive hiring environment your ability to hire, train, and mentor well is critical. A recent article in Inc. Magazine lists 8 things that great bosses communicate to their people regularly: … Read more
Change before you have to – Jack Welch Change inside an organization is the one constant you can count on. If change doesn’t happen, growth slows and eventually, obsolescence takes over. Few like it, most complain about it and just wish we would stop tinkering … Read more
Leaders frequently become frustrated because those who are meant to follow; employees, constituents, members, followers, etc., often don’t see things the same as they do. Consequently, divisions and divisiveness occur which almost always results in lack of progress. While creating alignment behind a single vision … Read more
“Pride makes us artificial and humility makes us real.”~ Thomas Merton Good leaders are humble. I know in this current environment it’s hard to see and appreciate the truly humble leader but I think you will find they actually outnumber those who are not. Humility … Read more
Last month I read a great article about giving feedback that I thought was very timely as I know many of you are getting ready for performance reviews. First, it reminds me of a saying that has been attributed to both Buddha and Socrates, “Is … Read more