Intimidation at Work: Why Fear is so Contagious (and Video)
Beware of Trickle-Down Intimidation One intimidating leader leads to another. Intimidation is contagious. If you want to crush fear and distrust, be careful what you do and say, even behind closed doors. Even to the people who you think can “handle it.” ...
Getting Past Fake Talk At Work
Fake talk diminishes relationships, slows work down, and jeopardizes results. At yet, the B.S. factor is alive and well in corporate America. We need more straight talk about fake talk. Fake talk is attractive as an easy way out. But when fake talk’s the norm,...
When To Stand Your Ground
“Pete” a leader in a new job with a substantial increase in scope and scale, asked me this seemingly simple question: “How do you know when to stand your ground?” I knew he needed more than my first instinct of “just go with your...
The Screw Up Post I Shouldn’t Have To Write
If you ask any leader for the right way to handle a screw up, you’ll likely hear the following advice: admit the screw up apologize, do what you can to make it right. Try it. Tell a few leaders you just screwed up and ask for advice. Let me know if you hear...
Frontline Festival, Trusted Resources, And Your Vote
The Frontline Festival went on the road this month. It’s hosted by David Dye of Trailblaze. It’s all about Leading Up and Sideways. “Your leadership success depends on your ability to get things done with a wide variety of people – most of whom are...
Unlikely Collaboration: The Secret To Success
Have you ever been in a situation where you found yourself competing for work with a common client? Meaning your customer isn’t choosing your or them– but both of you. And you find yourself constantly looking for ways to get a bigger share of the pie. What...
How to Deal with Moody People at Work
Surviving Moody People at Work: How to Stay Sane When Everyone Else is Stormy You know the type. One moment they’re sunshine and unicorns, the next they’re raining sarcasm with a side of snarl. Yup, you’re working with a moody person. Maybe they’re your...
