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Your Mars Group
In his bestselling book Built to Last, author Jim Collins introduces the concept of the “Mars Group.” Imagine having to recreate your company, department, or division on Mars. You can only bring a few people with you, and there’s no communication with Earth. The question is, who would you take?
Naturally, you’d bring the leaders who are making the greatest impact on […]
Who Needs You Right Now?
As a leader, someone on your team likely needs something from you at this moment. Your team consists of individuals at different stages. Some are new, some are seasoned veterans, and some are top performers. Think of them in three tiers:
- Tier 1 is made up of high performers.
- Tier 2 includes experienced team members.
- Tier 3 consists of newcomers.
Each tier includes someone […]
“Comparison Is the Thief of Joy” – A great quote from Teddy Roosevelt.
I’ve found this to be profoundly true in both my personal and professional life. It’s easy to fall into the trap of comparison:
- “Look at that person. I could never be that good.”
- “Look at that company. They scaled so fast, and we started at the same time. Now look at them!”
Sound familiar? Maybe you’ve played the comparison game too.
Now, don’t […]
Two Kinds of Pain
Yes, there are two kinds of pain. One is short-term, and the other can last much longer—perhaps even a lifetime. As leaders, we must choose between the pain of discipline and the pain of regret. Having lived long enough, I’ve experienced both.
As leaders, we are always on display. Any lack […]
Why Leaders Must Be Coaches
Today, more than ever, leaders must act as coaches. Employee engagement is at an all-time low, with data showing widespread disengagement. One major factor? The shift to decentralized work environments. Customer-facing employees are under increasing stress, and that stress directly impacts customer interactions. Keeping them engaged isn’t optional—it’s essential.
One of the most effective ways to drive engagement is one-on-one coaching. […]
SAWUBONA – I SEE YOU
Three simple yet powerful words: “I see you.” As leaders, this message is essential to communicate regularly.
In Zulu culture, the greeting “Sawubona” means “I see you,” and the response “Yebo Sawubona” affirms, “Yes, I see you too.” But this phrase is more than just a greeting—it’s a way of life. It signifies deep recognition, connection, and the shared potential between individuals.
As leaders, we can learn from this mindset. People […]