INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Many of us hold periods of calm as the gold standard of work-life. Work hard, get through the tough stuff, and eventually, you’ll … [Read more...]
Issue #79: On When Courage Actually Shows Up, the 5 C’s of Change Leadership, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) “Courage happens on the other side of trying. Don’t expect it to show up before.” I recently heard actor Jason Bateman say this … [Read more...]
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Looks for These 2 Traits Before He’ll Hire Anyone
These are two qualities any leader would kill to have a greater mix of on his or her team
Microsoft is on a roll again under the leadership of CEO Satya Nadella. I gave a keynote address at their Redmond, Washington, headquarters in June and was struck by a … [Read more...]
4 Steps to Communicate Anything Clearly, According to a Scientist Who Teaches Quantum Physics to Kids
A method for clearly communicating even the densest topics from a man who would know.
Having interviewed many, many leaders on keys to success for my books, keynotes, and this column, I can tell you that strong communication skills consistently … [Read more...]
6 Surprising Realities Leaders Often Miss
These cringeworthy numbers can't be ignored by leaders who want the best for and from their organization
I’ve been in leadership positions long enough to know no one hands you a leadership manual (unless you’re in the Army). Common blind spots can derail a leader’s … [Read more...]
