When a trusted colleague or friend — someone who wants to see us grow — shares an opinion, offers feedback on our actions, or points out a blind spot, they...
When a team functions organically, it’s likely because its members are connected on a deeper level. They are clear on one another’s values and beliefs, and exchanging perspectives freely is...
We help bring out the best in others when we relate to them in ways that they experience as caring, enabling, and supportive. When teams synergize, their members are motivated to perform,...
To examine leadership in new ways, I invited friends and colleagues to join an informal Leadership Conversations ‘club’ – to connect outside of work, tell stories, and support and inspire one another....
At work, are you being yourself? When I recently taught a course for professionals in educator roles, something fascinating happened. Along with their ‘regular’ roles in which they were already...
A fair amount of our work time is spent interacting with other people – in project meetings, casual conversations, when offering feedback. While many of these contacts go smoothly, some...
Powerful leaders who react promptly and rigorously to business challenges as they arise are often very effective at keeping organizations afloat. However, their convictions (having the right answers) combined with...
Sometimes we lead creatively, being fully present and vested in advancing a cause. Other times, we just press on, following our routines, not giving things a second thought. Does the way...
A disconnected boss may not catch water cooler conversations turn sour until great employees start to flee the organization. A controlling boss will use power to squash these conversations and demand compliance. A complying boss will...
As we take on new projects, larger teams, and more complex roles, the demands on our leadership increase. One day, we may reach our limits. You likely know a leader...
