As an executive coach, I’m often asked about different leadership styles. Power and influence are two common leadership traits. When used properly, these qualities drive effective leaders to be assertive, confident, and capable. However, the way power and influence are used define two very different styles of leadership. As you read about these two styles of […]
Decision-making is key to leadership. Great leaders know that, especially when it comes to making difficult decisions. As a leader, you may face a daunting choice and need help working through the decision making process. Preparing to Make Difficult Decisions Great leaders know that difficult decisions carry consequences with them. To prepare, these leaders review […]
Nothing truly great ever happened without hard work and lots of planning. And thorough preparation is indicative of strong leadership. If you’re hung up with your corporate strategic planning process, here are eight things to get it going again. Always begin with assessment. – Define reality! Figure out where you and your organization are. Be […]
To be a great leader, you need to remain at the top of your game. Stay fresh by steering clear of these seven soul-sappers: Hurts and Disappointments – It’s natural to feel let down when goals aren’t met or a member of your team resigns. Seek comfort from those you trust, but remember the situation […]
In an organization, leadership matters when casting a vision and implementing it. If you’re a leader, avoid these 10 vision-killers to help bring make your vision for the organization a reality. Cluelessness – The leaders in charge don’t have a clue what vision is or how to cast it. Fear – Vision has risk to […]
I have a good friend that is extremely successful in his career. He’s one of the most sought after speakers and writers in the world in his particular field. He has enjoyed a high level of success and national recognition even at a young age in his mid-twenties. Yet along with the accomplishments, he experienced […]
It may take a lifetime to build a great reputation and a track record of success and accomplishment but it only takes a nanosecond to lose it all if you’re not careful with integrity issues. By integrity issues, I mean simply doing what’s right. Consider Coach Joe Paterno’s story. Here was someone who had a […]