Most leaders who want to get promoted have received feedback along the way in their career, but they don’t know what to do with it. For example, if a peer or stakeholder tells them they talk too much in meetings, they may not know if it is the quality of their contribution that needs work or that they … [Read more...]
Russell Brand-Under the Skin
Expand your learning As a coach, I am always on the lookout for new sources of learning. It is important to stay up on current trends and to listen to and consume information representing diverse perspectives. That was exactly why I was curious to see what Russell Brand was up to. He has written … [Read more...]
The easy way to give feedback
Feedback made easy How often do you need to give feedback to someone, yet struggle with how that feedback will be received by the other person? Struggle no more, for the Center for Creative Leadership has come up with SBI: Situation, Behavior, Impact. Remember SBI next time you need to do it … [Read more...]
Why leaders must set clear expectations
Leadership for Entrepreneurs Ben Horowitz, the cofounder of Andreessen Horowitz and one of Silicon Valley’s most respected and experienced entrepreneurs wrote “The Hard thing about Hard Things.” It covers the truths about leadership and entrepreneurship. In it are so many great points … [Read more...]
Restore yourself!
Summer is the time to get out of a routine, try new skills, explore, expand our perspectives, or learn something. Whether it’s a trip to visit friends or family, exploring a new city, climate or part of the world, it will help us in a restorative way. Who does not need rejuvenating after a year of … [Read more...]
Put me in coach
Growth as a leader Many leaders I coach are being groomed for the next level. Some have recently been promoted and feel over their heads. Other leaders intently watch and wait for their big break because they have been ready for a while. What they are working on as leaders may differ, but what they … [Read more...]
Transparency
What does this mean to the leader? It does not mean bare your soul and take the filter off of everything you say. It means to help your team execute by explaining the “why” behind your decision, the reason for a change or why something is suddenly really important to customers, to the … [Read more...]
MBWA
Management by wandering around. Coined by Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard in the beginnings of HP, it meant walk around and talk with your teams, learn what they are working on, ask questions, find out what their concerns are, show you care, praise and recognize people. Basically, be visible and get in … [Read more...]
Appreciation
My Valentine’s wish for you is that you are appreciated in the manner you like. Not everyone likes chocolates, or flowers, or a massage. This gummy heart is a reminder that simple can be best. According to Gallup, 70% of workers don’t receive any appreciation at work. And when we spend more … [Read more...]
Get out and walk
Inhale, walk through the forest, and enjoy nature. While we used to think it was relaxing or meditative, now research supports additional health benefits of breathing in what the trees are putting out into the atmosphere. Not only will it enhance your mood, but it is proven to lower blood pressure. When … [Read more...]
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