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...]
Empathy is the Key to Emotional Intelligence– And Here’s the Key to Empathy
Emotional intelligence is a red-hot skill to build, and this one form is like rocket fuel for your leadership prowess
There are plenty of ways to lead from the heart and showcase your emotional intelligence (or not–I’m eyeballing you, Capitol Hill). There are just as many excuses for not … [Read more...]
6 Rules of Leadership Directly From the Army Field Guide
I got my hands on the Army's "leadership bible" and dug in so you can dig in on the front lines of powerful leadership
There are plenty of corporate CEO’s that have cut their leadership teeth in the Army. And the army is known to produce more skilled leaders than perhaps any … [Read more...]
The Most Self-Aware Leaders Don’t Lose Sight of These 5 Things
Self-awareness doesn't happen solo--sometime leaders need help. Here it is.
Leaders that can come to grips with their own blind spots and tune into toxic, unspoken rules are skilled leaders indeed. Both of these things fit into the … [Read more...]
Strengthening This 1 Leadership Attribute Will Foster Much More Engaged Employees
This characteristic scored highest for getting employee commitment (versus just compliance)--here's how to develop it.
Despite the efforts of many a well-intended leader, the crisis of disengaged employees still rages on in so many companies. Understanding how to better motivate … [Read more...]
These 5 Rules of Collaboration Helped the Creators of ‘Hamilton’ Craft Their Masterpiece
The powerhouse musical has creative powerhouses behind it. Here's how they did it
The phenomenon that is Hamilton has entered the public consciousness once again, in a big way, when it appeared on Disney+, a gift for the masses that allowed many a family to … [Read more...]
This is What Happens When You Don’t Embrace These 5 Values as a Leader
You know the value of values in leadership (and life). But are you aware what happens when you don't live up to some of the most important ones?
Much has been written about the importance of values at the company and individual level. Organizations that clearly define and support their values are proven to … [Read more...]
The 8 Laws of Effectively Leading From a Distance
Uncertain Times Call For Certain Next Steps
This article represents an update to a piece I wrote recently on remote work that went viral. I’ve added an eighth law and included a hot off the press study on the state of … [Read more...]
As Offices Re-Open It’s Time to Rekindle Camaraderie. Science Shows You 8 Ways How
We're all stretched too thin, so how about some depth? Build camaraderie and build a longer, richer life.
Call it the Great Camaraderie Conundrum. Before COVID-19 hit, research indicated that 80 percent of us were spending more time with co-workers than family. At some point, that will … [Read more...]
This One Viral Question Could Change Everything
A third-grade teacher asked students one question. Their answers are opening up hearts and minds around the world.
Third grade teacher Kyle Schwartz decided one day to write a simple, open-ended question on the chalkboard. In her wildest dreams, she couldn’t have anticipated what would … [Read more...]
