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Knowledge is Power.
I learned the phrase, “knowledge is power,” many years ago. Indeed, learning and even mastering a subject is satisfying.
My intention today is to remind us that “knowledge without action can be powerless.”
We can read volumes, listen to podcasts, audiobooks, attend seminars and workshops, and gain valuable information, only to discover there is very little value, if any, without putting […]
A plan for today.
It’s easy to get “stuck” on yesterday’s losses, missed opportunities, or on outcomes we hoped would have gone differently.
Yesterday ended at midnight, and today is a new day to refocus your energies, concentration, and passion. However, it’s time for some tough love: it’s time to move on and make a plan for today.
You know what you need, more than I […]
Five Critical Questions
Let’s get real: being a leader is not for the weak. When you raised your hand or were asked to step up and lead, you accepted one heck of a challenge. Now might be an excellent time to check in on five critical questions on your leadership.
CLARITY
- Are you clear on what you stand for?
- Are you clear […]
Pay or praise?
Pay or praise?
For many years I thought that money was the big motivator. Well, I learned that is not always the case.
I read the following quote several years ago, and this quote alone has inspired me to lead differently, “The deepest principle of human nature is the craving to be appreciated,” William Jones.
Research suggests, “pay fairly and competitively.” However, the […]
How not to lead.
Last week I shared thoughts on what it means to be leading from the front. And this week, I am sharing what it doesn’t.
I have committed the following sins of leadership, and when you are out front, the temptation is there to do so.
Micromanaging: Leading from the front does not mean you become overly involved in the details of […]
The importance of probing questions.
As leaders, we always want to ask open-ended questions that inspire dialogue and eliminate tension. Here are some strategies to use when asking probing questions.
The bridge before the question:
- “Help me understand.”
- “I’m curious; please share with me….”
- “Could you tell me more?”
The questions designed for the current situation:
- “What are all the possible solutions you can think of?”
- “What is stopping […]