There is a romantic notion that a leader is like a knight in shining armor. They can save anyone and anything in any situation and everybody will cheer their efforts and laud them a hero. As great as that sounds, that is not always the case. Sometimes, the best way for a leader to lead … Continue reading Sometimes Being a Leader Means Saying Goodbye
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Yes is Only the Beginning
I have been talking to colleagues who work in a variety of industries, different sized companies and all over the corporate ranks about the difficulty to execute projects in today’s business setting. Even in meetings where everyone agrees to green light something, the next steps are taking weeks, months and years to execute. We came … Continue reading Yes is Only the Beginning
The Key to Success is Knowing What Details to Attend
I tend to snicker when people tell me that they have great attention to detail or that they are big picture strategists so details aren’t their thing. Both kinds of people raise red flags to me when assembling my team. People who are self-proclaimed detail oriented tend to look only at what is in front … Continue reading The Key to Success is Knowing What Details to Attend
Leading When Your Team is Not 100%
When your team is firing on all cylinders, it is a beautiful thing to watch. High quality work gets done on time, on budget and everyone is moving in harmony. Your team works as one and becomes the envy of your company, heck even your industry. But what happens when life gets in the way? … Continue reading Leading When Your Team is Not 100%
Leading Means Watching Your Team’s Time
Anyone who knows me, knows that I am not a clock watcher. I believe you dedicate the time to get a job done- whether it is completing a project or perfecting a skill. But as a leader in the new workplace, I find myself watching the clock. Labor laws were not made for our … Continue reading Leading Means Watching Your Team’s Time
Don’t Ease Up at the Finish Line
At this point in the year, everyone is comfortable in their company. They know how the company should finish the year, what kind of bonus to expect and whether their position is likely to move forward into the new year. They know what is expected of them to perform their tasks and who to work … Continue reading Don’t Ease Up at the Finish Line
Leaders- Don’t Underestimate
You are sitting in yet another meeting. The same old gang is bringing up the same old ideas. Then something happens, someone comes up with a brilliant solution to your problem. Everyone takes a clue from the spark and suddenly your meeting is exciting and worthwhile. The results will be so strong; they will erect … Continue reading Leaders- Don’t Underestimate
Lead by Listening
Next to “Waiting Your Turn”, listening is the hardest thing to do. In our Type A, fast paced work environment, the popular feeling is that you only get ahead by telling people your ideas, telling them how to do their jobs, and telling the customer what they want. But that is exactly how a leader … Continue reading Lead by Listening
Close 2016 with a Bang
Now that Labor Day is behind us, it is time to enter the final push to make 2016 successful. There are roughly 80 days until Thanksgiving, which basically ends the work year. That is less than 60 work days to make an impact on your year. Instead of freaking out, figure out what you need … Continue reading Close 2016 with a Bang
What Happens When Your Leader Leaves?
This is a question that gets asked a lot in terms of team sports. Just this week, the Philadelphia Phillies and Los Angeles Dodgers had to ask that question before and after their trade of two clubhouse leaders. NFL teams ask themselves that every time they cut a trusted veteran and decide to keep a … Continue reading What Happens When Your Leader Leaves?
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