The power of how you communicate as a leader is not limited to the great vision-casting speeches you make. Much of your impact takes place in your day to day conversations. Effective leaders know that there are no throw-away moments when it comes to communication. Every passing word, every conversation no matter how brief or…
10 Qualities of the Leaders I Always Want To See On My Team
The starting place for building an effective “dream team” is in having a crystal clear picture of the qualities you want in the people. If you were to make a list of the attributes you would want on the members of your leadership team you would likely include such characteristics as: Go-getter. Someone who ‘makes…
3 Proven Ways to Spark Innovation In Your Leadership
This article is part of my Global Leadership series; Insights from more than a decade of leadership training around the world… In today’s VUCA world (volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous), the ability to be an innovative leader has never been more important. And that means it matters more than ever to understand the 3 pillars of…
How To Develop The Courage To Lead In Challenging Times
In today’s turbulent times, leaders are being called upon to lead with more courage than ever before. But how can you lead courageously, when you’re just not feeling particularly brave? One glance at the ongoing crisis in eastern Europe reveals inspiring examples of courageous leadership in action. But while most leaders will never be called…
How to Use the Leaders Playbook To Solve Your Leadership Dilemma
This article is part of my Global Leadership series; Insights from more than a decade of leadership training around the world… Leaders solve problems. And whatever problem you’re facing there is a standard playbook to move you towards a solution. This Leadership Solution Playbook became something of a lifeline when I encountered a serious problem…