Leaders love starting lines, and they love finish lines. But effective leaders know that the battle is often won in the less glamorous “in-between” lines. Starting lines provide energy and excitement. They represent the launch of a new project or initiative. They represent take off, lift off and the possibilities of a new leadership adventure. And,…
4 Ways That Predictable Leadership Can Unleash Powerful Performance
To unleash the full potential of your team, don’t underestimate the power of simple predictability in your leadership. This is not to say that boring routine is the answer. Nor is it to dismiss the role of a dynamic personality. But teams simply thrive under the kind of leadership that is rock solid, and dependable.…
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How Leaders Turn Teaching Moments into Learning Moments
Updated from February 23, 2015 post Do you recognize leadership learning moments in the midst of teaching moments? That has been a key focus of mine this week as the Willow Creek Association’s advanced training for church leaders is taking place. The annual “Partnering to Prevail” week sees more than 160 leaders from around the world…
Top Quotes from the 2015 Global Leadership Summit
This year’s Global Leadership Summit contained enough nuggets of leadership truth and insights for leaders to chew on for months to come. Here are a few of best leadership gems from this year’s faculty. – “The arch-enemy of grit is ease.” Bill Hybels – “Self-sacrificing love is at the very core of leadership.” Bill Hybels – “To rely…
Why Leaders Must Look Back in Order to Push Ahead
When you’re clear on your leadership call, you can persevere through almost anything. I was reminded of that truth this week as I was rummaging through some previous blog posts. I came across a personal favorite, entitled “What To Do When Your Leadership Has Been Rattled” In that post I related that one of the…
