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
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Someone once told me, “Get up when you wake up, and wake up when you get up.” No one will argue the need for sleep and that seven-nine hours is ideal each night. But did you know that getting up a little earlier can make a big difference on your impact as a leader? No […] Read more
Most leaders if they were asked if they have ever struggled with confidence and self-doubt, and they were honest with themselves, would say yes! Lack of confidence as a leader comes from many places including how we feel about ourselves and how we believe others feel about us. Confidence allows leaders to stand up for what […] Read more
I have to admit that it might be a silly pet peeve of mine, but I don’t like to be addressed by “hey.” Or “How are you?” instead of “How are you Mike?” This can happen for a number of reasons. Maybe they forgot my name. Or possibly they are not sure how to address me given several formal titles I have had in the past. But I have a feeling it is just simply easier for some not to take the time to remember.
Leadership can be the loneliness of all jobs. You have probably heard the saying: “It is lonely at the top!” Loneliness in leadership is often the outcome of the leader adhering to his or her conscience. Many decisions are not popular.
