What would it take to have a “farm system” of future leaders getting better and better? BACKGROUND A fellow coach and I have each spent time with executives in charge of “talent management” in different enterprises. Comparing notes, we found that these executives are proud of the recruiting and assessment they have accomplished but […]
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
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It is my mission to share insights from coaching while maintaining confidentiality. Here is one recent moment that should have value to bosses everywhere. I will follow in a separate post with a second one. My clients come in two “flavors:” those who instinctively consider the “audience” before or as they speak and those who […]
Thursday, September 27, 2012
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I made a mind-o in my last post. My apologies. I wrote: The CEO has three jobs: 1. To decide and do those things which only the CEO can decide and do 2. To lead and direct others to do what they need to do consistent with overall goals 3. To create the climate where […]
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
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So, having done a great job of turning around a failing franchise, motivating the players, focusing on teamwork and composure: why did the US. Women’s soccer team lose? Fundamentals. The U.S. Women’s Soccer Team did not reach the minimum level of skill in ball handling or in “finishing” attacks. With almost 15 shots on goal […]
Countless more ordinary people of equal talent never developed the leadership core required to run the show. Why not?
Sunday, May 29, 2016
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