Most people I work with say their company values include such items as Integrity, Customer Service, Quality, Respect, High Performance, Teamwork, Leadership, and Innovation. Often these words
Let’s be honest: we expect our leaders to be wise and evolve continually. In fact, we raise the bar every year. But without a commitment
Inspiration, a vision for the future, connecting to values and motivations—these are all important leadership roles. But without connecting the dots to what each person
Working for a perfectionist can be taxing, especially a perfectionistic manager who imposes unrealistic standards of perfection on others. The temptation to rebel may be
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
Perfectionism is not all bad. Think about it: perfectionistic managers develop the skills to blend reason, logic, emotion and insight. They rely on these tools
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
When was the last time you experienced leadership drift? Was there any fallout? If you’re anything like the leaders I talk to regarding this subject,
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
Business is an active, demanding endeavor. Only those who consistently apply themselves succeed. Organizations that thrive require leaders who actively dream, plan, engage, solve, pursue,
Surveys and studies indicate global job dissatisfaction is at a two-decade high. Disengaged employees account for nearly 70 percent of the workforce, which significantly affects
