Have you ever experienced a workplace rivalry? Moving beyond healthy competition, I’m referring to opposition that is counterproductive to both you and your organization’s success. It can be as obvious as jockeying against an adversary for a promotion, or as subtle as a colleague undermining your authority, abilities, or accomplishments. In some extreme cases, it […]
Are you looking for that leadership silver bullet that will propel you past the competition? You can take public speaking courses and enroll in an MBA program or you can attempt the single easiest feat for which an individual can strive, trustworthiness. Leadership is built on one core concept—trust. Without it, you can forgo every […]
If 2016 taught me anything, it’s that I may have overestimated how tuned in I am to large segments of the population. I would not call this group a silent majority (as they are neither “silent” nor a “majority”), but recent political events have reinforced my need to engage and find common ground with those […]
During the holiday season, “good will to all” is an easy leadership reminder. Have you considered the Hallmark Channel for a few more? This week begins my favorite television viewing time of the year. Early Fall is nice with the unveiling of new shows, and the sweeps months always offer excitement, but the holidays marks […]
Do you struggle to maintain concentration? Technology and its foreboding “nowhere to hide” mindset has certainly not helped. Thankfully, there are ways we can limit workplace distractions without having to abandon our smartphones. Unlike most smartphone owners, I have not downloaded the app sensation, Pokémon Go. While I am typically first in line to consume […]
In the age-old question regarding what traits make a leader, likeability is commonly listed. However, as Charlie Brown (and research) shows, your team’s affection may be overrated. When you think of the Peanuts’ gang, who is the leader? If your initial answer is Charlie Brown, I respectfully disagree. Charlie may be at the center of […]
I am thrilled to announce that I am one step closer to fulfilling my dream as a professional athlete. Baseball? I’m too slow. Football? I’m too old (and weak). No, I am in training to join the USA Rock, Paper, Scissors League. Before you begin arguing over whether Rock, Paper, Scissors is a sport, you should […]
In a society where people have the right to voice their opinions, a leader’s role is often to find consensus. On the occasion when everyone agrees, it’s tempting to sigh in relief and start happy hour a little early. If this is the case, fight the temptation; your lack of conflict is a drawback. Successful […]
Ever been presented with a litany of options only to find yourself disappointed by the results? As Dr. Seuss shows, too many options is not always a good thing. Growing up, I was a big fan of Dr. Seuss books – I Wish I Had Duck Feet and Green Eggs and Ham were personal favorites. […]
Why do we resist accepting our accomplishments? I’ve meet too many successful people who suffer from impostor syndrome. These are individuals who (despite the evidence) remain convinced they are frauds, believing they do not deserve their success. Whitney Cummings is one such individual. Whitney Cummings is a prominent comedian. She’s had her own prime […]
In our new age of television where shows are rarely viewed live, there’s little need to wait for next week’s episode. While Walking Dead and Better Call Saul may require my immediate attention, my DVR is full of entire seasons of programs just waiting for me to have a free weekend. This “binge-watching” is an […]
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