Do you spend time putting out fires, micro-managing to make sure it’s done right, trying to be elusive, schmoozing, going online to “research” ideas or something else? “A new McKinsey study finds that only 9 percent [executives, CEOs,...
The 5 levels of leadership: Position—people follow you and do what you say because they have to do it. Permission—people follow you because they want to. Production—people follow you because of what you have done for them. People Development—people follow because of...
Or maybe the next step is in the organization itself. More accountability. Improved teamwork. Better problem solving. Improved communication. Better planning and execution. What does it really take to “fix” these issues to achieve the next step?...
Set aside time weekly, if not daily, to do active business planning. Most of us are far too busy working “in the business” to take time to work “on the business.” Getting clear about your vision for your business will go along way to get you...
Everyone wants to achieve, become accomplished and reach goals. These random acts of hero leadership, inner leadership show where the talents lie in your team and can let you reclaim your time and claim your results. Recognize them, nourish them and you just may get...
I can say with undeniable accuracy I’ve traveled through all those experiences and sat at each spot. What I can also say is that leadership, that kind of leadership that makes big things happen in a big way, takes work, dedication, skill development, practice,...