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…
The Power of Courage: 3 Qualities Every Leader Should Master
In challenging times, leaders are called upon to exhibit inspiring levels of courage. But finding the ways to develop such courage can be a leader’s greatest challenge. The traditional approach to courageous leadership has often been found in such qualities as bravado, fearlessness and sheer power of will. But today’s leadership landscape has changed, and…
Halloween Alert: 5 Costumes That Mislead in Leadership
October 31st is Halloween in many parts of the world. Of all the costumes you might see this Halloween, those of the Inauthentic Leader might be the most common, at least in leadership circles. And if you are wearing these fake costumes, you are not leading at your best. Think of it this way. Comedian…
The Truth About Leadership: 3 Lies That Always Lead to Shipwreck
There are lies that leaders are tempted to tell themselves every day. And the more you tell yourself these lies, the greater the chance you’ll shipwreck your leadership. It’s like the ship’s captain who repeatedly tells themselves, “The water should be deep enough here.” Eventually their ships end up stranded on a sandbar or dashed against…
Bridging the Gap: 3 Solutions for Leadership Chaos Caused by Emotional Extremes
When you are experiencing any strong emotions, you are not at your leadership best. Your best leadership will always flow when you avoid the emotional extremes. In one of my first jobs coming out of college, the question that buzzed around the office almost every day was, “What kind of mood is the boss in today?”…
