You see it every day- fat cat CEOs sitting on massage tables, relaxing, and burning the money that their hard-working employees bring in, save and manage. It is a totally disgusting sight. Sorry. Wrong article. As a leader, you will be working with tons of different personalities. Some are easy to manage and figure out … Continue reading Leadership Involved Lots of Massages
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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
Being a Leader Means Dealing with Negative People
There have been a ton of posts, articles and segments recently about removing the negative influences in your life. The general theme is that you will have a simpler, more productive life if you can eliminate the negativity and increase the positive energy in your life. While I agree that “mean people suck”, it is … Continue reading Being a Leader Means Dealing with Negative People
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
Politicians = Corporate Leaders?
Election season is upon us. We are being bombarded with ads about how Candidate A is going to let you down, is corrupted by special interests and has a horrible record in their previous position. Day after day and night after night, we are being told why Candidate A is bad. What we are rarely … Continue reading Politicians = Corporate Leaders?
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?
Want to be a Better Leader? Volunteer!
Volunteerism around America is declining in droves. People are too busy to “give back” to their community. Nonprofit organizations are struggling to fill their Boards. Local sports leagues cannot find coaches, umpires or administrators. And guess what? Our businesses are going to feel the effects of this decline. One of the best ways to learn … Continue reading Want to be a Better Leader? Volunteer!
How Do You Measure Up to Olympic Athletes?
Like everyone else, I have been enthralled with the Olympics. I love the stories that are told about athletes and their struggles to become Olympians. Overcoming obstacles is one of the greatest keys in life. Anyone can succeed when there are no pitfalls, it takes a special person to find hope in setbacks. The other … Continue reading How Do You Measure Up to Olympic Athletes?
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