When leaders have trouble accepting influence from each other, or influencing others, there is often arguments and defensiveness. One person makes a complaint or suggestion, and the other responds with a statement of denial or refusal. There are attacks and counter-attacks. No one wants to admit he or she is wrong. Neither one wants to be the “loser.” The problem is, in those situations everyone loses. What is the alternative? Continue reading »
Effective leadership does not come from the outside in. It comes from the inside out. You have to be totally clear about your values, ethics, beliefs and philosophy. You also need to understands your own behaviors and emotions.
A leader with integrity, passion, and commitment can influence others simply by living and working in harmony with his values and goals. Continue reading »
Many leaders hate to be the bearers of bad news. For example: when you have to tell someone their unacceptable behavior has not improved, and they can’t keep working for you; or when the company has downsized and you have to tell someone their job is being eliminated; or when you have to demote someone to a lower level position due to their consistently bad performance reviews. How do you do it? Continue reading »
We’re all creators. You might create community or processes to manage projects. You might create a new vision for your company. You might create conversations that lead to collaboration and innovation. If you are a leader, you have to be creative.
This week is a holiday week here in the USA. The 4th of July is all about freedom and independence. Every time this time of year comes around I’m extremely thankful. I also ask again myself the question: What does it really take to be free? Continue reading »