One bad apple: heartburn for the boss and followers Why are leaders at all levels so slow to move on “bad apples?” Even after witnessing the positively liberating power of one person’s departure and absence, they are prone to wait again on a second case. This is a timeless question asked by boards, bosses and […]
Monday, February 13, 2012
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3 More Seconds for Business Owmers and CEOs This morning’s conversation with Jim Blasingame on Small Business Advocate radio we discussed the “3 second rule” and delved into the techniques that leaders can try and adapt how they lead to avoid counterproductive behaviors. As Jim indicated, leaders who rarely bring their people together to share […]
Saturday, December 17, 2011
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CEO Emotional Intelligence — Strain Management At what point is the best place to clean up wastewater? Upstream at the source. When is the best time to avoid a plant disease spreading? Nipping it in the bud. When is the best time to address a crisis? Before it is one. So it is with stress […]
Sunday, November 6, 2011
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Reflecting on several coaching sessions with A-type-persona leaders moves me to share these thoughts, which may be of value to a broader audience. The formula for past success for these people has often included some or all of these traits: – Think and speak sooner and faster than anyone in the room – Win by […]
Countless more ordinary people of equal talent never developed the leadership core required to run the show. Why not?
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
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