As John Maxwell likes to say, if people can’t get along with you, they won’t go along with you. As a leader, you will not be successful unless the team of people you lead wants you to be. As good as you may be, you can’t do it on your own. So, the answer to the second question in the…
It’s called the “Run for the Roses” and is described as the “Most exciting two minutes in sports.” I’m describing the Kentucky Derby, a horse race held annually in Louisville, Kentucky, on the first Saturday in May. The Kentucky Derby is the first leg of the American Triple Crown, followed by the Preakness Stakes and then the Belmont Stakes. It…
A lot has been written about the importance of character when leading, and rightfully so. A leader without high character will breed insecurity and distrust in the people they lead. But what does character look like in a leader? We often speak about integrity and honesty, but is there more? Your Character Is Showing Character shows in several ways. Obviously,…
Confrontation as a leader isn’t easy, but leaders who avoid or delay confrontation are setting themselves up for even more problems in the future. Failing to address issues promptly can also send unwanted or unintended messages to those you lead. As a result, learning to confront people or problems is a skill all leaders need to learn. Confrontation: Do You…
As businesses return to a new version of normal after the pandemic, leaders will inevitably confront new issues they will need to navigate and learn to address. Below, I explore three types of challenges facing leaders as we adjust to emerging changes to how and where we work. 3 Challenges Facing Leaders and How to Confront Them CHALLENGE: RENEWING A…
Have you ever encountered someone in a leadership role who always seems to have the answers but doesn’t take the time to listen to others? What kind of results do they get from their team? The ability to listen is a skill that sets leaders apart. Legendary college basketball coach John Wooden believed that an effective leader starts with being…
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