Back to the Basics: What is Leadership?
I heard the well-known writer, Richard Reeves, say something interesting about US presidents. He was referring to President Kennedy and why he was considered to be a great leader, when he said, “We don’t elect presidents to manage the government. We elect presidents to lead the nation.” But can you lead a nation successfully while […]
4 Things Leaders Should Never Delegate
Delegation is central to successful leadership. However, there are a few things leaders should never completely delegate. While these areas should often be shared with your people, their final shape and implementation should be guarded closely by you, as the leader. Here are the four areas: The Destination The final vision and ultimate direction of the […]
See People, Not Employees
How are you relating to your employees? ?Do you see those you lead as workers and employees, or as people?? People with pains, worries and fears.? People with strengths, hopes and dreams.? People who hurt, love and cry.? People who laugh, care and die! Have you ever worked for someone who is only interested in […]