INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) So much of self-leadership is about knowing what to act on. But the opposite holds true, too. It took me a while in my career to … [Read more...]
Issue #103: On Turbocharging Trust, the Power of Letting Go, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Nothing’s more transparent than when someone’s not being transparent. It violates trust and makes it hard to commit to anything with … [Read more...]
Issue #82: On Making a Good Impression in Adversity, Beating Imposter Syndrome, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) People remember how you act in adversity – for good or bad (it reveals your true character). In fact, there may be no more lasting, … [Read more...]
These 9 Questions Will Get You 100% Clear on What Your Boss Expects
Ask and ye shall receive--clarity
I’m betting that everyone reading this understands the importance of knowing what your boss expects from you. Duh. The problem lies in the assumptions we make and the lack of … [Read more...]
6 Ways You Unwittingly Contribute to a Toxic Culture
They’re avoidable with a little self-awareness
I strongly believe that culture must be a driving thought for any leader, not an afterthought. A workplace’s culture firmly shapes the way employees show up every day and can boost … [Read more...]
3 Secrets to Fostering Collaboration
The farther apart we physically work from each other, the closer we need to become
Being a leader in the soon-to-be dominant world of hybrid work (sometimes remote, sometimes in person) requires greater collaboration skills than ever. This means not only … [Read more...]
The Secret to Becoming More Adaptable
The three forms of flexibility you need, and how to improve each
I think it’s safe to say this last year represents a tremendous period of change for many of us. And it won’t be the last. I’m not saying the whole world will go through what … [Read more...]
4 Reasons You’re Getting Burned Out at Work (And What to Do About It)
Just 4 questions can uncover the real culprit
In 2019, The World Health Organization published its latest International Classification of Diseases and labeled workplace burnout a medical diagnosis. Since we went to a remote … [Read more...]
This 1 Powerful Exercise Will Get You Super Clear on What’s Expected of You at Work
Employees are the most valuable asset, here's how to do your best work.
There are many timeless keys to success and behaviors that drive peak performance. But what stunts performance? There’s a major, yet hidden, culprit lurking in … [Read more...]
Google Identifies Its Very Best Leaders Using These 13 Questions
Google surveys its employees using this set of discerning questions
Google has long been known as a hotbed for attracting, growing, identifying, and even measuring the best leaders (and teams). This last bit, identifying and … [Read more...]
