Have you seen passion turn into all-out competitiveness at work, where a win-at-all-cost philosophy spreads? Winning over circumstances is one thing; winning over challengers or
When it comes to organizational success, leadership personality matters. Leaders with strong social intelligence know how, and when, to express polite respect by deferring to
The term “information age” insufficiently captures our current business landscape. We face unprecedented data streams, vast knowledge networks and unknown problems. Success hinges on how
From what I see in the organizations where I consult, we must prepare today’s leaders for an uncertain future. For progress to occur in nondestructive ways,
Being acknowledged as helpful goes a long way to improve morale and job satisfaction. The funny thing is, “almost half of people express gratitude on
Are you experiencing a gratitude gap? Let me ask you this: as a leader, how often are you thanked by friends, colleagues or employees? According
You can spot perfectionism in every field, and if you look closely, at every level. In management, the most productive are viewed as “systematic” or
In my work as a coach, I have found that most middle managers and top executives (CFOs, COOs and some CEOs) have developed the skills
Smart leaders agree: hire for passion, train for skill. A manager with a passion for excellence, quality and accomplishment will benefit an organization. But when
As a coach, I often see leaders frequently ignore and squelch their emotional voices. But this approach doesn’t win much respect with our largest US
Listening may be the most difficult skill to master when communicating effectively. But master it, we can! The non-verbal part of communicating is the most
How do you test your leadership insights? “Innovation is seeing what everybody has seen and thinking what nobody has thought.” ~ Dr. Albert, Szent-
An organization’s health is only as sound as its leader’s decisions. Some companies prosper from wise leadership directions, while others struggle after flawed choices—choices that
How a leader responds to adversity reveals how effective that leader truly is. Reactions to setbacks or crises not only test leadership character but define
