That was the advice from Da Mayor in Spike Lee’s classic movie. Variations are given thousands of times by parents, teachers, coaches, and clergy every day. In some ways, it is the simplest way to guide your moral compass. So why is it so hard to do in business? There are plenty of reasons- stress, … Continue reading “Always Do the Right Thing”
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Do You Need Office “ME” Time?
Being a leader is hard work. Everyone expects you to be “ON” every moment of every day. You are pulled in a million different directions and normally you handle this with aplomb. But today is different, you don’t feel like being a leader. You want to close your office door and get some YOUR work … Continue reading Do You Need Office “ME” Time?
What Happens When the Rules Cause Chaos?
As a manager, you are governed by a set of rules, norms, and cultural standards that help guide your business decisions. And for the vast majority of times, these standards help form the right way to handle a work situation. The rules protect both the employee and the employer. But what happens when the rules … Continue reading What Happens When the Rules Cause Chaos?
What You Do When You Think No One is Watching
That is H. Jackson Brown, Jr.’s definition of character. Think about that for a minute- character is defined by what you do when you are alone. As a business person, that is powerful. Your actions in a public setting are less important than what you do in the privacy of your office or off-hours. What … Continue reading What You Do When You Think No One is Watching
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