
Have You Asked Why?
One of the most powerful and most often underutilized tools in a leader’s arsenal is a simple question: “Why?” Most of us are going through

One of the most powerful and most often underutilized tools in a leader’s arsenal is a simple question: “Why?” Most of us are going through

The earlier you solve a growing problem or confront a blossoming bad habit, the easier it is to rein it back in. The earlier philosopher

True wisdom comes from questioning and being humble. True wisdom does not come from being a know-it-all, a showoff, arrogant, or overconfident. Asking questions shows

So much of effective communication is listening first for understanding. I find one of the hardest parts of leading meetings or finding common ground with

Have you expanded your circle lately? In personal and professional networks, the most interesting and unique ideas often come from your “loose ties”. This phrase

I love this wonderful quote from author Eric Barker: “Being a manager is like being the parent of a very large, very dysfunctional family where

Why don’t more people use the organization’s structure effectively? I find myself asking this question frequently about corporate, private, public, and nonprofit institutions. Leaders create


I love David Allen’s quote, “The better you get, the better you’d better get.” A twist on this is…as you achieve more success, you must
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