5 Ways Good Leaders Can Become Better Leaders
GUEST POST BY MAIA FLETCHER Being a leader is a huge responsibility that requires a lot of dedication and drive. Great leadership can take your business to the next level and bring you more opportunities in life. So what does it take to be a … [Read more...]
How Can I Become a Better Leader?
Part One of a series If you are a leader, I hope you are asking yourself that question on a regular basis. If not, I would question your judgment and suggest you might be more powerful and effective as an individual contributor. This series is … [Read more...]
Do You Help Others Who Are Lost?
Let’s pretend you’re in a strange city and are running late for an appointment. Suddenly you realize you’re lost, and the street signs don't make sense to you. You’ve got your cell phone with you, and your social media friends are only a few … [Read more...]
Reflections on Leadership 7/26/15
Stop Planning Plans organize your thoughts and resources. They are a half step better than an idea. Ideas and plans are the beginning, and you are spending way too much time on them. If you secretly enjoy brainstorming and planning, then you … [Read more...]
Reflections on Leadership 6/28/15
Lead Like You Mean It Leadership is not a passive activity. Every decision gets made, not deferred. Leaders do not scroll through their emails in the morning and react to an insomniacs musings. Leaders set the agenda, draw the picture of … [Read more...]
The Definitive List of Characteristics of a Good Leader Doesn’t Exist
I am growing weary of the unrelenting waves of articles, infographics and books on the essential characteristics of a good leader. I am guilty of contributing to this deluge, having created a few of my own. They can be entertaining and helpful, but … [Read more...]