The opposite of excelling is not “failing” – it is being “OK,” “acceptable,” and “good enough.” Here are six reasons why some people excel and why others remain average.
Read moreLeadership & the Four-Eyed Fish: 9 Things Every Leader Should Pay Attention To
The four-eyed fish, a species of fish found in the Amazon, can look for dangers and opportunities below the water and above the water at the same time. Similarly, leaders need to be looking for the current threats and opportunities as well as those that are on the horizon. Here are nine areas leaders should pay attention to.
Read more7 Ways to Work Well with People Who Are Not Like You
We often gravitate to people who think and act like us. While our lives can feel easier when there is a high level of sameness, the loss of creativity and innovation is very real. Here are seven ways to work well with people who are not like you.
Read more6 Ways Leaders Overlook Bad Behavior & How to Change
How often have you seen leaders ignore the bad behavior of someone under their oversight? We have seen it many times. Here are a few ways leaders avoid addressing bad behavior and how they can change.
Read moreLessons for Caitlin Clark, Luke Combs, & Other Rapidly Rising Leaders
While I am confident influencers like Caitlin Clark and Luke Combs would have very little interest in advice from “the chunky guy who sounds like Kermit,” their rocket rise to fame has reminded me of how vulnerable rapidly rising leaders are. If by chance Caitlin, Luke, or any rapidly rising leader was interested in how to guard themselves against a fall, here are the lessons I would share.
Read more8 Truths Every Effective Leader Tells Themselves (Almost) Daily
Uncontrollable negative thoughts and untruths can be destructive and even devastating at times. Here are 8 truths effective leaders tell themselves (almost) daily to combat the lies.
Read more7 Times When It’s Best to Keep Your Mouth Shut
It is true that some people choose to not speak up when they should. But from my experience, there are far more times that people speak when they should not. Here are seven times when silence should prevail.
Read moreHow to Reinvent Yourself as a Leader
Our culture is experiencing a rapid pace of reinvention. From going to work to working from home. From recovering in the hospital to outpatient surgery. From shopping at a mall to shopping online. Similarly, here are 8 reinventions a leader should consider to advance their credibility, productivity, or competency.
Read moreWhat Your Boss Really Wants From You
We all have expectations of each other, and this includes your boss having expectations of you. Here is what every leader desires most from their team members.
Read moreBeyond the Court: Life Lessons from 30 Years of Coaching Basketball
As just an average basketball player with a great love for the sport, I was able to leverage my passion for basketball and investing in the next generation and turn it into a 30-year coaching career. Here are the lessons I learned along the way and how you too can leverage your passions for good.
Read moreNarcissists, Bullies, & Other Minions You’ll Find at Work
When most people show up to work today, they will find desks, computers, coffee makers, and some great people. But they may also find people who are annoying, draining, or even toxic. Here are the top six types of people who can drain the soul out of a team.
Read moreQuestions That Can Save Your Character & Career
The questions we ask ourselves can help us to pay attention, slow down, and think carefully before proceeding. Here are seven questions to start asking yourself that can save your character and career.
Read moreHow to Respond to Criticism with Humility
Most of us have experienced being on the receiving end of criticism. It seldom feels good even though it is essential for improvement. Here are five ways to respond to criticism with humility.
Read moreWhat Every Employee Wants Most from Their Supervisor
A college athlete once told me that he was not getting much game time, but when he met with his coach, the coach provided non-helpful guidance. Many employees feel the same way. Here are 7 things employees want most from their supervisors.
Read moreWhat Is Exit Planning and Why Should Every Business Owner Care?
Every business owner will transition eventually, yet 94% do not have a plan in place for their post-transition life and 75% regret selling their business just a year later! Creating an exit plan can help alleviate those anxieties. Here’s how.
Read moreSuccess Is a Decision: How Successful Leaders Triumph Despite Challenges
While there are some lucky breaks, more often than not, success is a result of an accumulation of good decisions. Here are seven decisions you can make that will contribute to your success.
Read moreStarting Strong: How Just a 4% Change Can Produce Big Results
Rather than setting goals for the new year that are destined for failure, consider making more modest changes that, over time, can result in measurable change. Here are a few areas to consider investing 4% of your time into (about 75 minutes per week) this year.
Read moreWhy Broken Leaders Can Make Better Leaders
90% of CEOs say fear of failure is the main concern that keeps them awake at night. But sometimes our brokenness is what makes us better leaders. Here are six reasons why.
Read moreLessons Learned from “A Charlie Brown Christmas”
Created in 1965, "A Charlie Brown Christmas" was produced on a very low budget and predicted to be a failure. Yet, it became a major success that continues 58 years later! So, here are 7 lessons to consider from one of the most cherished Christmas stories.
Read moreHeadache Vs. Reward: How to Determine If People or Projects Are Worth the Risk
When it comes to hiring people and launching projects, it is important to look at the ratio regarding how great the headaches will be versus what the potential rewards will be. Here is a tool to help you make that decision for your unique context.
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