Just as certain regional accents can reveal where a person is from, there are leadership dialects that can reveal the level of security you possess as a leader. The dialects in leadership are not about accents. They’re about a manner of speaking that just as certainly can pinpoint whether the leader has a strong measure…
Why Leaders Heed The 4 Warning Signs of “Watch Me Swim” Leadership
Have you ever encountered a “Watch Me Swim” leader? This is the person who insists on letting you know about every accomplishment they’ve achieved, no matter how small or insignificant. The attitude is very similar to the child splashing around the swimming pool, desperate for the grown-ups to notice their aquatic abilities. For children in…
10 Qualities of the Leaders I Want 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…
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 unfolding crisis in eastern Europe reveals inspiring examples of courageous leadership in action. But while most leaders will never be called…
