Excellent NOW > Perfect NEVER
“Fortune favors the bold.”And in business, that means showing up—even when it’s not [...]
The Pursuit of Discomfort and New Skills
Many people avoid challenges because learning is frustrating at first. But avoiding growth [...]
Hard Conversations Made Easy: Planning
Avoiding tough conversations is a short-term solution with long-term consequences. Leaders who fail [...]
Does Silence Mean Consent?
Silence is often interpreted as consent in the workplace. When leaders avoid tough [...]
Leadership By Example
People pay much more attention to what leaders do, than what they say, [...]
Don’t Play Psychologist with Toxic Employees
Toxic workplace behavior doesn’t go away by ignoring it. Many leaders and employees [...]
Conflict, Chaos and Toxic Work Behavior: How to Build a Healthier Culture Through Leadership
I just uploaded my latest conversation (podcast and video) with Marlene Chism, author [...]
The First Step in a Business Succession Plan
Who wants it more—you or them? If you’re planning to pass your business [...]
Rewards vs. Punishment: The Secrets of Innovation, Cost Savings and Employee Engagement
What happened to an employee who gave the business owner a way to [...]
The Easy Way to Have a Hard Conversation With a Toxic Manager
Tired of the antics of a toxic employee but don't know what to [...]