Gettysburg

[5-min leadership] Communicate your vision like Lincoln

[5-min leadership] Communicate your vision like Lincoln

On this Friday, (158 years ago!) on November 19th, 1863 Abraham Lincoln gave the infamous Gettysburg Address. And still, his vision and the words used to describe can be used as a lesson for contemporary leaders. Leaders must describe a vision for their organization and communicate it effectively. It is fundamental. Vision is a mental image of what the future world ought to be like and is important for several reasons.

[5-min leadership] Having Solitude

[5-min leadership] Having Solitude

Many experts argue that effective modern leaders must be “thinkers,” those who can take time in solitude to consider what should be done and – and perhaps more importantly – why. Thinkers who question the routine can formulate new ideas and directions with independence, creativity, and flexibility.

Loyalty, Cohesion, & Accountability

Loyalty, Cohesion, & Accountability

Although they faced insurmountable odds, the men of the 1st Minnesota rallied, fiercely. What can we learn through their bravery and incredible leadership? How can we get our team to stand unified, especially in the middle of a crisis?

The Difference Between Intuitive & Informed Decisions

The Difference Between Intuitive & Informed Decisions

When you think about leadership, the one thing that leaders do that makes them different from any other person, is they DECIDE. They also decide WHEN they are going to decide. They not only determine the direction their organization is going to move, they also manage the clock of when they make those decisions and choices.  

With decision-making, we are faced with the question-- How do I make very difficult choices?