The Value of Vision Series – Ken Blanchard
A Leadership Vision for America: Rebuilding a Divided House Ken Blanchard Almost every dinner conversation I have been a part of in the last few years at some point gets around to how disappointed everyone seems to be with what’s going on in Washington. The...
The Value of Vision Series – Shilpa Jain
SEEing the Change Shilpa Jain “Is vision over-sold and over-rated? Why does vision matter in today's world? What's vision got to do with leadership?” When Jesse Stoner asked me to write this blog, the idea that the value of vision was even a question surprised me....
The Value of Vision Series – Kouzes and Posner
Focusing on the Future Sets Leaders Apart Jim Kouzes and Barry Posner We've all had a glimpse of the future. You know, that time when you imagined running your own business... or that dream of traveling to an exotic place... or that bold idea for a game-changing new...
The Value of Vision Series – Introduction
Recently a senior executive asked me to help him with a vision statement. He saw this as an activity that needed to be completed. Although he wasn't clear about his vision for the company, he just wanted help writing a good statement that would satisfy the board. I...
How Yoga Principles Bring Sanity to Your Work Life
Did you know that yoga is about more than just stretching and putting your body in poses? In fact, physical activity is just one of the Eight Limbs of Yoga. I had the pleasure of interviewing Maren and Jamie Showkeir, authors of the fascinating new book Yoga Wisdom at...
How to Leave Your Job And Keep Your Dignity
If you want to quit your job, make sure you don’t leave your dignity behind. How you leave your job who you are and how you feel about yourself. These 8 suggestions will help you leave on a good note. They won't guarantee it, because you can't control other people's...
Are You a Team Player or a Ninja?
You might think you’re a team player, especially if you’re the kind of person who gets things done and is committed to helping your team meet its objectives. But if you don’t also pay attention to how your team works together, you may actually be a ninja – acting solo...
Stewardship Is an Alternative to Leadership
Stewardship is about choosing service over self-interest. It begins with a willingness to be deeply accountable for a body larger than yourself - for a team, an organization, a community. Imagine how strong your organization would be if everyone were deeply committed...
Simplify Leadership and Focus on What’s Essential
Guest Post by Bill Treasurer Leadership: It’s amazing how complicated leadership “experts” have made the topic. I know because I am one of them. I am a senior ranking officer in what can only be called the Legion of Leadership Complexifiers (the LLC). We members of...
Go For the Gold! 8 Tips to Create The Future You Desire
Positive thinking can do wonders for your attitude. But it's not enough to get you where you want to go. Instead of thinking positively about being great, imagine what great looks like. Visualize a picture of the end-result. Create a picture in your mind of the future...
The Space Between Supervising Closely and Delegating
Most of us know what Supervising Closely looks like. It’s doing things like: Setting goals. Telling what needs to be done. Explaining how to do it. Setting timelines. Checking progress. Providing frequent feedback. And most of us...
Introverts: 6 Ways to Maximize Your Natural Strengths
Guest Post by Jennifer B. Kahnweiler I am delighted to host this guest post by my colleague Jennifer Kahnweiller in celebration of the launch of her excellent new book Quiet Influence: The Introvert"s Guide to Making a Difference. Jennifer is recognized...