Real Leaders Take, They Don’t Give
They take responsibility. They don’t give excuses or blame. You can always tell a great leader because they never spend time pointing fingers or calling people names. Instead, when things are not going well they ask a simple and powerful question: “What role have I played in this problem, or how have I contributed to the outcome?”
Leadership Lessons from Naturopathic Medicine
As I was pondering the problem of leaders who overlook negative symptoms in their organizations, I received food for thought from my naturopath at Nature Cures Clinic. In a newsletter article, Nutrition Mission: Improve your Health through Food, nutritionist Maria...
Leadership Lessons from the Theatre
Have you ever been responsible for a group of people who, try as they may, just couldn’t seem to gel into an actual team? I had this experience years ago in Scotland when I directed a one-act production called Impromptu, in which the real-life actors were playing...
Calling All Courageous Leaders – Please!
Watching the State of the Union Address and the Republican Response this week, I realized that we live with a leadership model designed for zero-sum gain. Real progress in our nation’s capitol is not being made, not because we do not know what to do, but because we...
One Powerful Leadership Secret
Leadership carries a plethora of responsibilities, not the least of which is cultivating a powerful, effective and evolving team. As leaders we wear many hats and when the going gets tough, it’s easy to grab the hat that says: “Get it done! That’s why I hired you!!”...
Fierce Conversations Workshop: Coaching Model
Are you responsible for developing emerging leaders? Are you cultivating hidden talents? Do you have the opportunity to empower individuals personally or professionally to achieve higher levels of success and happiness? Those are just a few of the objectives of the...
A Taste of Fierce Conversations®
A Taste of Fierce Conversations® Have you ever avoided a conversation because it was too risky, too scary, too emotional or you just plain didnt know how to begin it? I know I have! Most of us just arent taught how to have the real conversations in our lives, you...
A Worthy Response to the Mosque Discussion
I present this not as a political debate, though I am aware some will perceive it that way. Instead, I see it as a powerfully clear message that speaks to the heart of the matter: humanity. Fear is real and always will be, but the test that all our religions put to...
How to Really Love A Child
I found this link on the web after reading the poem in a doctor's office. It's beautiful with some wonderful advice. How to Really Love A Child
Go Ahead, Have an Average Day
You read me right. Have an average day! Weird? I know, but here's the thing. Greatness isn't measured against the ordinary or by the absence of mistakes or the days you failed. Historically speaking, the ones who have achieved the most are also the ones who missed the...
