I’m about to introduce physics into a blog about leadership and people development. Why? Because organizations are in a constant state of motion with inertia cropping up all around us … and […]
Category Archives: Leadership
Leadership Begins at Home
The September 15, 2016 issue of TIME Magazine includes the cover article by Charlotte Alter titled, “The Secrets of Super Siblings – Nine families raised children who all went to […]
The 4-A Approach© for Processing Negative Feedback
Performance feedback is an essential component for growth. We all know that. But there’s a big difference between knowing that intellectually and accepting it when it comes your way. None […]
Proximity to Power Corrupts the Mind
Early in my HR career, I was assigned to work with a C-Suite executive who was seriously challenged in filling a key position on his staff. Twelve people flew through that […]
A Good Coach is Prepared to Be Fired
I’m often asked by those looking to make a career transition into executive coaching what it takes to be effective in this role. My response always begins with a foundation […]
When Your Boss Has All the Answers … And Thinks You Don’t
Lately, I’ve been reminded of an insightful observation from none other than the comic genius, George Carlin: “Ever notice how anyone driving slower than you is an idiot and anyone […]
“What If?” as Inspiration, not Obstacle
In recent weeks, I’ve found myself in conversation with many people contemplating significant career changes that would spawn major life changes. As I listen to these friends and clients, I’ve […]
Suggested Reading
Since getting married in 2009, launching my business in 2010, then having my son in 2011, life has gotten very busy – in all good ways, but BUSY!! Long gone […]
Part 3: Culture & Capabilities
So far, we’ve looked at behaviors and key actions that support leaders in guiding their businesses out of a flat or declining stretch. Now it’s time to turn our attention […]
Part 2: Success Behaviors for Leading Through a Downturn
In this second installment on Leading Through a Downturn, we’ll look at behaviors and modes of operating that can either accelerate an organization’s recovery or tether it to its slump. […]