Go ahead and complain Most of us whine and complain about whiners and complainers. When you just arrive at the office, the last thing you want is someone complaining about something. There are some people who seem to relish in the negative, looking for their next target. They are always seeking someone to unload on […]
Tag: Leadership
Uniqueness Unleashed: Lessons from High Point University
Lessons from High Point University Over the past few decades, I have visited many university campuses around the world. Whether a public institution or an Ivy league school, in the Americas, Europe, or Asia, I have had the opportunity to see many beautiful campuses. I learn from each visit. It’s rare that I am […]
A Leader’s Guide to Quiet Quitting
What “quiet quitting” means for management We’ve discussed the concepts of “quiet quitting” and “the death of ambition.” We now turn to management and leadership. How do you recognize “quiet quitting” on your team? Are there ways to prevent it? Can you “bring someone back” from that attitude? […]
Aim Higher: The leadership power of focus
The power of focus I’m going to start by saying something I think you may find shocking: Focus is easy. “Wait a minute?” I hear you say. “What about all the distractions in my life? The smartphone, news, social media, the TV, friends texting me, all kinds of entertainment options, people wanting to […]
Taking Leadership Coaching Further
Assessing Team Health Janet Walls, President of Delta Blvd, said that she asks five key questions to determine a team’s readiness for leadership coaching. I think they are excellent: Does the team push each other? Is there trust among team members? Will they speak with radical candor? Are they holding each other accountable? […]
