The Top 10 Blooper Reel You Must Avoid

Have you ever been guilty of a “premature celebration”? If you’re not sure what I’m talking about, take a 3:42 break in your day and watch this hilarious compilation of ESPN’s Top 10 Premature Celebrations. Even if you’re not a sports fan you’re going to have a great laugh at some of these episodes of…

Re-post When It’s Okay to Punt a Core Value

Take out a copy of your team’s core values. You know the one I mean. It’s either filed away in a folder called “Documents”, or perhaps it’s in that binder labeled “2007 Off-site Retreat”. It’s possible that it’s framed and posted on the wall in your staff coffee room. I’ll give you a minute while…

Why Leaders Need to Seize EVERY Moment

There are no throw-away moments in leadership. As you think through your upcoming day, your leadership horsepower is likely focused on a key meeting you’ll be leading, an inspiring vision talk you’re preparing, or perhaps a crucial decision you’re anticipating. All important. But there are no throw-away moments in leadership. I saw this truth lived…

How Leaders Move from the Engine Room to the Bridge

You can’t steer a ship from the engine room. Effective leaders know that their place is on the “bridge” of their organization, scanning the horizon and moving things forward. But they also know that it’s necessary and important to poke around the engine room from time to time. Here’s the leadership question: How do you…