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Leadership: what it is, and what it isn’t.
When you hear the word “leader,” what immediately comes to mind? I have asked that question to audiences and groups countless times. The answers are typically a public figure, a CEO or company president, a famous statesman, an outstanding athlete, and often anyone with a title.
Additionally, these people are frequently mentioned in the press therefore they can be top […]
Someone is waiting.
Well, truth be told, they may not be waiting; however, there is likely someone you need to confront in your organization or team.
Confronting an individual about an issue is simply part of leadership. Procrastinating only hurts, I have learned that painfully throughout the years.
Why is confrontation so difficult? I believe we often misunderstand its purpose. Our goal should always […]
Who should I lead next?
I was asked that question this week by an entrepreneur who is building his company and team. He is a new client to LeadOne and I think I shocked him with my direct response. I simply said, “How about you? You should be the first person you lead.”
I strongly believe if we can’t effectively lead ourselves, how can we […]
Your most important asset always deserves your attention.
It should be no secret to you, in my opinion, and experience that the most important assets in our organizations are our people and in particular our leaders and top performers.
As leaders, when we create and commit to a process of training, coaching, and mentoring, it may be the best investment of time and energy.
You are busy, stuff is […]
“It’s what you learn after you know it all that counts.”
The above is a quote from legendary UCLA Basketball Coach John Wooden. Great leaders in any field are constantly learning and growing. I also firmly believe that “Learners are not always leaders, but leaders are always learners.” The origin of that quote is unknown, so I suggest we all claim it as our own and begin applying that […]
How is your framing?
As leaders, we are constantly in meetings and having one-to-one conversations
with team members. As a result, you have to deeply appreciate the POWER OF
YOUR WORDS. Over the years I realized that every syllable that
came out of my mouth was noticed and scrutinized.
I have found every word has a meaning that evokes images and ideas and
reminds people of their past […]