Success in today’s complex global arena is challenging and the rules are changing, but we can be sure of several things: the challenges facing us
I hear that many people would rather quit their jobs than work for a quiet manager. Surprising? Not really, when you consider the uncertainty that
Like great works of art, a good manager is hard to define. But ask anyone how to define a bad manager, and be prepared for
Have you ever worked for a manager who was exceptionally brilliant at operational details, but micromanaged everyone to death? Or, did your manager frequently ask
Is your management style too reserved? I often hear people say how much they long for a manager who’s quiet, thoughtful, reserved and capable of
Great leaders take control of turning their destructive workplace conflict into positive opportunities for growth. They understand that unresolved conflict equates to disruption, disunity, lowered
As a leader, how do you resolve destructive workplace conflict? Unfortunately, it’s one of the most misunderstood and often avoided aspects of leadership. I have
There are always misunderstandings, disagreements, discord and debates in organizations. They can actually be productive in generating new ways of tackling problems and new ideas
I’ve been writing about our need for humble leaders. Humility in leadership is vital for sustainable success—for the leader, the organization and our entire society.
Some leaders believe authority, power and even intimidation are best to run organizations and achieve results. I believe this is a detriment, not an advantage.
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
