INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) In my new book (May 7th), The Mentally Strong Leader: Build the Habits to Productively Regulate Your Emotions, Thoughts, and … [Read more...]
Issue #134: On Contribution vs. Acquisition, Staying Focused on What Matters, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Want to ensure you’re staying focused on what matters? Remember the acronym POWER (as shared in my hit LinkedIn Learning … [Read more...]
Issue #125: On When Great Things Happen, the Thing About Perfection, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) I’ve come to believe that great things happen when you stop asking for permission. From others, from the universe, from … [Read more...]
Issue #117: On the Power of Being a First Follower, Establishing Executive Presence, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) We’re taught to think of a leader as the one who has the bold vision, and who motivated those around him/her to accomplish that vision. … [Read more...]
Issue #112: On Picking the Right Battles, Lin-Manuel’s Key to Balance, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) I recently came across an idea worth spreading: Leave the small fights to the small fighters. Imagine the power unleashed if … [Read more...]
Issue #81: On Leadership According to Ryan Reynolds, How Speed Fuels Big Thinking, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) You hear it, or say it, all the time – “We’ve got to think bigger!” But there’s one tiny problem. Or more precisely, a big … [Read more...]
Issue #72: On “Quiet Quitting”
This week, we break from the normal format (sort of) to encourage discussion. I’ll pose a question I’d love to hear your opinion on, after giving you an Insight, Imperfection, and … [Read more...]
Issue #13: On Improving Your Focus, the 1-Word Key to Hybrid Work, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) With hybrid work here (part remote/part in-office), what should leaders focus on? Systems, processes, and IT? Construct of the … [Read more...]
The Problem with Servant Leadership (and How to Lead Instead)
I know, it’s surprising not to see servant leadership put on a pedestal…
You’re probably surprised to see servant leadership in my crosshairs. After all, it’s a beloved form of leadership for those with a soul. Classic servant leadership is built on … [Read more...]
Psychology Says This Surprising Reason May Be Why You’re So Exhausted at Work
The good news is you can do something about it.
“Exhaustion” has got to be one of Webster Dictionary’s words of the year so far. Endless Zoom calls, working from home now redefined as “working more, from home,” wondering if your … [Read more...]