Do you care about me? This is what people want to know when they work for you. They may not say it directly, but it is the core question that defines the relationship between you and the people you lead. When people believe the answer is “yes,” they will be more...
Leadership is hard. All leaders will eventually confront this reality. Sure, leadership can be attractive and seductive, but that doesn’t mean it’s obligation-free. When you’re a leader, the demands on you are fast-moving and unrelenting. Your direct reports are...
It is the most overused question in the history of business. I remember first hearing it over two decades ago during the recession of 2001, and at the time I knew there was something I didn’t like about it. That sentiment has only grown stronger with each passing CEO...
If you have ever planned a vacation or a trip, you know the excitement that comes with planning each part of the journey. From booking a flight, or mapping the driving route to selecting where you will stay and each adventure you will experience. Once the planning...
As another new year approaches, many people are shifting their minds to change. The end of a year is a time to reflect and make goals to be better in the new year. But change takes courage and often forces us out of our comfort zone. But first, it's time to get...
As the end of the year approaches many people and organizations begin to shift their focus to starting off the new year strong. In 2022 I will eat healthier. Or, in 2022 I will prioritize training in my organization. Strategic planning and goal setting are always...
Change is never easy. The last 20 months have brought a rapid amount of changes in a very short amount of time. Organizations and employees alike have been impacted and challenged to endure an ever-growing list of changes. An effective leader must manage change in...
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