There is a basic responsibility that people expect from leaders: protection. Leaders are expected to protect those they serve, whether that means their families, employees, or teams. Consequently, in many communities, there is an...
Full disclosure: This post is simply having fun with a serious topic. It’s a call for us to loosen up and relax. Then add your perspective in the comments of this post. As they...
There may be a silent danger lurking around. It causes us to be comfortable with average and just barely passing the grade. It drives us to justify being second best. It’s the enemy of...
Christmas is a time when we are consumed with all the holiday preparations, festive decorations, and gift exchanges. It’s a time when we (mostly) pause to celebrate the most miraculous event. The birth of...
In today’s competitive work environment, actively tackling job challenges is much more valuable than simply spending time in a comfortable role without engaging fully. The accumulated depth and diversity of experiences distinguish true leaders...
I’ve received numerous trainings on how to give negative feedback, but few on how to accept it. In reality, the ability to accept negative feedback is an essential quality of effective leadership. It’s true....
Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate. Carl G. Jung We all have blind spots, regardless of how self-aware or talented we may be....
When discussing leadership potential, we typically focus on skills and experiences. However, we often subconsciously consider another trait: appearance. This topic can be subtle and uncomfortable, but it is important because first impressions are...
We can find lessons in simple and complex experiences, pleasant and unpleasant ones, too. These experiences can reinforce simple concepts that are foundational for great leadership. I just experienced one of the unpleasant and...
In interpersonal relationships, none is more foundational than marriage. This is when two people from different backgrounds choose to unite as one. In a similar way, when someone takes on a leadership role, whether...
