There are a lot of things I am working on to improve as a leader, but there is one thing I have seen other leaders struggle with as a consultant, and I have struggled with the same thing. What is it? Worrying too much about what others think, including those we lead. My personality has […] Read more
Leadership Tips
Years ago I played a teamwork mind game called the “Prisoner’s Dilemma.” Maybe you have heard of it? Two criminals – who are co-conspirators – are locked away in two solitary cells. Neither can communicate with the other. Both prisoners are interrogated by officials. Both are offered the same deal – if you stay silent you […] Read more
If you are setting regular and specific goals as a leader, congratulations. However, you may still be missing a big opportunity. Though many leaders say they are setting goals, few achieve their goals consistently. The problem isn’t that we aren’t familiar with goals. And it’s not that we don’t understand the power of achieving goals. […] Read more
Leaders must beware of this quiet killer of teamwork. I love the following story I read recently from John Maxwell’s, The 17 Indisputable Laws of Teamwork. Fred and Martha were driving home after a church service. “Fred,” Martha asked, “did you notice that the pastor’s sermon was kind of weak today?” “No, not really,” answered […] Read more
Some of the most wasted, unproductive and harmful activities and behaviors in the workplace, and particularly on teams, includes the spreading of rumors and gossip. Rarely is such rumor activity ever productive or very meaningful. As they spread they get bigger and can become a poison or cancer to companies, organizations and teams. Why Do Rumors Start? […] Read more
