Transferable Skills: Yes,You’re Qualified
You want to try something new, but it’s scary. Transferable skills sound great in theory, but when it’s a major career change, it’s hard to know. A Story of Transferable Skills Joseph Henley was a rock star customer service consultant on my team. As...
The Secret To Communicating With Executives
Without executive support your project will fail. You need funding, headcount, and time. Your team’s counting on you to manage up well. You’re looking for the secret sauce to convince your boss. Start by avoiding these 5 mistakes. 5 Big Mistakes When...Stack Ranking Performance Management Systems
You’re looking to drive performance. Have you ever considered how your performance management system is impacting your results? Here are a few thoughts to consider as you consider stack ranking the pros and cons of your performance management system. Stack...
Grateful For Gratitude: November Frontline Festival
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, November’s Frontline Festival is about forms of Gratitude. I am grateful for my amazing colleagues and subscribers for your contributions and comments. Please comment at the bottom of this post, as we celebrate our gratitude...
Inspiring Servant Leadership In Kids
Simon says, following the leader, being line leader at school, many of the messages we share about leadership are simple: “I’ll tell you what to do, and you do it.” And if we’re feeling particularly cranky, “because mommy (or daddy) says...You Know You’re A High-Maintenance Leader When…
She doesn’t think she’s high-maintenance. After all, she’s just trying to do her job. In the meantime, eyes roll, stories are shared, the team loses productive time catering to her needs. “You’re the worst kind; you’re high...
Ready To Be Promoted?
He thinks he’s ready to be promoted. You don’t. You don’t want to crush his spirits, but he’s not listening. He blames you, the system, politics, and that crazy project you gave him last year. He’s a strong performer and a vital member of...
How To Be A Better Team Leader: A Case Study
You can learn as much from a bad team leader as a good one. One of the best ways to improve your leadership skills is to be the leader you want your boss to be. What does that look like for you? What are the characteristics of a great team leader? How to Be a Better...
