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Curiosity May Have Killed the Cat—But It Can Make You a Better Leader
No matter your generation, you’ve likely heard the saying, “Curiosity killed the cat.” However, when it comes to leadership, curiosity is not a liability, it’s a strength. As leaders, staying curious and consistently asking thoughtful questions is essential to becoming more effective.
We don’t have to wait for performance reviews, quarterly meetings, or annual retreats to find out what’s going on. Those who […]
Embracing Change
One thing is certain: change is inevitable. I love this quote (source unknown): “If you don’t like change, you’ll like irrelevance even less.”
That says it all. Change is here to stay. As leaders, we must not only accept change but embrace it. Let’s see it for what it is: an opportunity to move forward, to learn, and to grow.
Change reveals things—about ourselves, […]
A Compelling Vision
Crafting a vision is arguably the most critical role of a leader.
Creating one that inspires and engages is critical.
Vision begins and ends with your heart; you must feel it before you can see it. As leaders, we must build relationships rooted in trust. Without trust, there is no relationship, and people are unlikely to follow.
THE TEACHABLE LEADER
One of my favorite quotes comes from legendary UCLA basketball coach John Wooden:
“It’s what you learn after you know it all that counts.”
That sentiment perfectly captures what I believe leadership is all about: a commitment to lifelong learning.
President Lincoln once said, “Example is the most lasting.” As leaders, we must lead by example, especially when it comes to our willingness […]
It’s all About Today.
We’re all busy with meetings, projects, deadlines, challenges, not to mention everything happening in our personal and social lives. So how do we manage it all, stay sane, and continue making meaningful progress?
If I may, I’d like to share a perspective that has worked for me, one I explore in my book Make Today Your Masterpiece.
What I’ve come to believe is […]
High Tech Meets High Touch: A Quick Leadership Self-Check
There’s no question that high-tech is here to stay. Not long ago, the term “high tech” was new to our vocabulary. Today, it’s an essential part of how we live and work. From the Internet to social media and beyond, technology has transformed how we communicate and stay connected.
But no matter what business we’re in, as leaders, […]