How to Deal with Difficult People
You know who they are. When you see them coming down the hall, you try to hide. You are always on alert when they are around. They drain you emotionally. They deplete the energy of the team. And we have all had them as leaders. So how do you effectively deal with difficult people? There […]
Are You a Decisive or Deliberative Leader?
Outstanding leaders are decisive. They are not hesitant, reticent, or unsure. They are brave and daring. They are comfortable making bold decisions, even when they are not 100% sure success will follow. Right? But how about being deliberative? Calm. Calculated. Intentional. Slow to act. Aren’t these good qualities in a leader as well? Be Decisive, […]
How To Navigate Doing Business with Family and Friends
Many will tell you not to do it. We are told that doing business with those very close to us can spell disaster for personal relationships if things go wrong. But isn’t there a way?navigate these relationship without the drama and trauma? Here are five principles I?ve found to be effective when working with people […]
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 […]