Optimistic Hearts on a Disappointed Road
I had lunch with some old friends– the kind you miss deeply without even knowing. I was once their leader. Now, I feel powerless to help. I am grateful for the heavy, important hearts entwined in conversation. Their frustrated hearts continue to survive the...
Effective Listening: Necessary, But Not Sufficient
Why aren’t we better at listening? Is it really skills or something deeper? I’ve been intrigued by a 6 month, Leadership LinkedIn Discussion asking leaders to give “one piece of advice” for new leaders. With over 1300 comments, the discussion...
Ready or Not? Do I Really Want That Management Gig?
You’re the best at what you do. You’re a technical genius. You skip to work. And now you’re feeling pressured to move to the next level. You’re honored, and humbled. It would mean more money. But, you see what your boss goes through. All those...Why Aren't You Leading?
My friend ran up to me while we were waiting to pick up our kids. “I’ve got this great idea and I know a lot of people are interested.” I listened. It was brilliant. I was ready to sign up to help. But next she shared, “Nobody’s asked me...
20 Ways To Frustrate Your Team
If you are a leader, you will frustrate your team. You don’t mean to. You likely frustrated someone today. I know, I know, your boss frustrates you too. I asked our community through Let’s Grow Leaders Facebook, Twitter and other social media forums, about...
Can We Teach Leaders Humility? (Spoiler: Yes, and Here’s How)
Teaching Humility to the Brilliant and Bold If you’ve ever worked with a super-smart, results-driven leader who just can’t figure out why their team won’t follow them with gusto, you’ve likely bumped into the confidence minus humility trap. They know their stuff. They...
Powerful Presentations: Teaching Your Team To Talk Strategy
Practice is the Secret to More Impactful Presentations A “stand and deliver” presentation on your results is always nerve-wracking. But you know what’s even more painful? Watching a direct report flounder as they struggle to give a powerful...
Frontline Festival: A Leadership Carnival for Frontline Leaders
I am delighted and humbled by the response to the Frontline Festival. I asked my friends and colleagues to share their best advice for frontline leaders. Wow! Read these posts and you will emerge stronger. Perhaps read one a day, you’ve got enough for a month. I...
