How to Give Better, Consistent Appreciation
Go Beyond “Thank You” For Better, Consistent Appreciation I try to give my team consistent appreciation. I always go out of my way to say thank you. But you know what? In two years, I’ve never received a single thank you from my boss. NOT ONE. I get...
How Do I Change My Leadership Approach Without Losing Credibility? (video)
We were nearing the end of our live-online leadership program with an amazing group of start-up CEOs at Bulb Africa in Nigeria, and it was time for Q&A (or, as I like to call it, “Asking For a Friend.”) when one brave CEO asked about how to change his...
How to Promote Leaders Who Build a Positive Culture
Promote leaders who show their commitment to relationships and results. One of the most important leadership decisions you’ll ever make is the choice to promote someone into a leadership role. Who you promote into leadership sends a powerful message of what matters...
What Leaders Do with a Clash in Priorities
A clash in priorities is an opportunity for more strategic leadership. We were discussing how to keep your team focused on what matters most when Nicolle, a team leader in a global communications business, asked, “What can I do when there’s a clash in priorities...
