As a leader you should always be developing those who are coming up behind you. Make sure that if, or when you leave, your organization or team won’t miss a beat. They will catch the ball and keep right on dribbling it down the court. Think about who may be able to fill your shoes should your time come to step aside, retire, or move to a new organization. How can you make this person your “brain double” and “shadow” advisor?
Read MoreBeing a leader feels tricky and complicated at times. And, there are days when it's just hard! On top of that, there just never seems to be enough time to read and implement all the things that will help us get better. If you're feeling overwhelmed we've got you covered! Today we're starting a "5-minute leadership" series.
Read More2-D diversity creates a space where “out of the box” thinking is encouraged, and “crazy ideas” are heard. Teams and organizations with inherent AND acquired diversity benefit from greater critical thinking, innovation, and creativity. You can accomplish great things, overcome big challenges, and create innovative solutions. 2-D diversity also massively improves your bottom line.
Read MoreTom is the author of Flight 93, The Story, the Aftermath, and the Legacy of American Courage on 9/11. What I find so captivating about Flight 93 is how a group of 40 people came together for a united cause in only a few short minutes. The unlikely leaders that emerged, seemingly out of nowhere, to do the unthinkable - during and after the tragedy.
As with any momentous news story, we will get more answers to these questions, and others, as time goes by. I strongly encourage you to remain curious, stay informed, and not to jump to conclusions too quickly. What we can do is analyze and discuss President Biden’s and his predecessor’s decisions and the immediate implications of them. There are three main thoughts I have about what we have seen over the last few weeks and how leaders can learn and act as we move forward….
Read MoreExtraordinary leader, Lily Din Woo needs our help. This selfless leader and all around incredible human being was diagnosed with Stage 4 Chronic Kidney Disease in 2018 and now has End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Doctors advised Lily to seek a living kidney donor as soon as possible.
Read MoreAs a leader you should always be developing those who are coming up behind you. Make sure that if, or when you leave, your organization or team won’t miss a beat. They will catch the ball and keep right on dribbling it down the court. Think about who may be able to fill your shoes should your time come to step aside, retire, or move to a new organization. How can you make this person your “brain double” and “shadow” advisor?
Read MoreJuly 2nd, 1863 was the most important evenings in American history. On this evening two meetings took place. Both of which were focused on the central question of…“What are we going to do tomorrow?” HOW they answered this question and what they did changed us forever.
Read MoreAs we change out of our slippers and sweats into clothing more appropriate for the occasional (and long awaited!) in-person interactions, organizational leaders are faced with the next great pandemic problem....
Should we go back into the office, or not?
Read MoreResilience is the psychological quality that allows some people and organizations to suffer setbacks from life’s adversities and come back as strong as before — if not stronger. Here are two steps to follow to create more resilient employees and organizations.
Read MoreAdaption. Innovation. Both are critical to organizational change, development, and survival, but are completely different concepts. Jeff explains.
Read MoreAll leaders crave to have a high-performing, world championship level team... but that may be easier said than done. So, how do you get there?
Read MoreWe’ve all heard the saying “There is no ‘i’ in team.” Be the type of leader who plays for the name on the front of the jersey, not just the name on the back of the jersey.
Read MoreWe all want to be the best.
But are you focusing all your efforts just into today? Learn what makes an organization successful— not just today and tomorrow, but for years to come. Set your organization up with big picture success!
Read MoreWhen we hear the word "triage", it deeply resonates with the medical field. With the need greater than the help, triage protocol is necessary. Assess the situation, prioritize, then focus on those patients that are critical and in desperate need of help to survive.
Read More“What is the one essential thing that leaders do, that no one else gets to do?”
Read MoreAre new ideas and programs distracting your organization? Chances are you’re confusing programs and strategy. Jeff explains the difference and how to stay focused on your mission, vision and values!
Are you a leader who is also managing details of day to day operations? Are you overwhelmed by all your responsibilities and trying do “do it all?”
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