To protect your integrity as a leader, don’t focus only on the big, obvious temptations. Watch out for the subtle deceptions. Think of it this way. Have you ever made a personal commitment to lose weight, or to simply eat healthier, only to come across a steaming, fresh-out-of-the-oven plate of chocolate chip cookies? You knew…
10 Surefire Ways You Can Spot Insecurity In Any Leader (Even Yourself)
“A lot of things can happen when you have an insecure leader. None of it very good.” That bit of wisdom was passed along to me by a wise mentor many years ago, and it has helped to guide my leadership ever since. The reason for the power of this statement is that a sense…
How To Grow As An Authentic Leader By Overcoming The Trouble With Titles
If you rely on your title to establish your influence, you can be in for big trouble. Because your title can actually work against your efforts to be an authentic leader. The reality is, often having an impressive title can diminish your ability to lead effectively. Here are 3 occasions when you can run smack…
How To Maximize The Impact Of “On The Way” Leadership
To increase your sense of satisfaction as a leader, shift your focus away from the destination and focus instead on the journey. Your satisfaction level will soar. Most leaders focus almost exclusively on “destination leadership”. That’s the emphasis on leading from the head of the conference table, from the white board in front of the…
Why ‘Remove Negative People From Your Life’ Is Terrible Advice For Leaders
The world may tell you to remove negative people from your life. But if you strive to be an authentic leader, your goal should be just the opposite. You should be seeking out negative people, and placing yourself directly, and intentionally, in their midst. Authentic leadership requires nothing less of you. Authentic leadership is built…
