The Death of Integrity
Guest post by Larry Ackerman Note from Jesse: I am honored to host this thought-provoking article by my good friend Larry Ackerman on the Death of Integrity. So important and well-written! I recently came across a witty line that was part of a political...
Best Leadership Blog Posts of 2018
In 2018 Seapoint Center published over 30 articles focused on all aspects of leadership, including communication and personal effectiveness. Using Google Analytics data and the number of reader comments, I identified this year's five best leadership blog posts....
6 Tips for First-Time Managers
The jump from the role of individual contributor to a first-time manager is one of the most dramatic and most challenging leaps you can make. It requires a complete shift in how you see your role and in how you deliver results. But unfortunately, most new managers are...
The Structure Culture Development Connection: The Key to Success for Organizations of the Future
Guest Post by Julie Winkle Giulioni If you lead an organization, work in an organization, or even set foot in an organization, you know that we are living in a time of significant change. Many forces and factors are contributing to these changes, including:...
5 Reasons You Should NOT Set Goals
The idea that you should not set goals runs counter to what we’ve been taught. Numerous research studies over the years have established a strong link between goal-setting and success, motivation and confidence. For most people, setting goals can make the difference...
It’s time to pause…
Today is the winter solstice in the northern hemisphere - the darkest day of the darkest week of the year. It is the moment before the balance shifts and light begins to overtake darkness. There is a brief moment of change, a pause, as the sun changes direction from...
Is Arrogance Killing Your Leadership Potential?
Guest post by Bill Treasurer There is no bigger turn-off than arrogance. This is especially true in leadership. When a leader's confidence grows recklessly out of control, when their head swells to 50x its normal size, they've become a victim of the "leadership...
The Importance of Truth-Telling for Your Organization’s Success
Guest post by Jim Haudan and Rich Berens Lack of truth-telling in organizations can take many forms. It could be information not reaching the boss because no one wants to pass on the bad news. It could be departments not sharing information because it might put them...
The Difference Between Mission Vision Purpose Strategy and Goals
Confused about the difference between mission and vision? or between purpose and mission? You're not alone. I am frequently asked about the difference between mission vision purpose strategy and goals, and where do values fit? Many people don't care about definitions,...
The Trust Feedback Loop
Leadership starts with you. If you want to build a strong team, the place to start is with a look in the mirror. Your vision for your team arises from your own character, motives and beliefs. How you regard yourself determines the grandeur and scope of your vision....
Great Leaders Are Storytellers: How To Craft Great Stories
Guest post by Chip Bell Great leaders are storytellers. Stories are more than just tall tales or campfire yarns. They include discussions of the enterprise in the future tense. They are visions of what can be, not just what is. They are dreams, not just plans. In a...
8 Habits of Mentally Balanced Leaders
Facilitating a retreat for a group of fifteen men, all in their late 30’s and 40’s, all high level executives and all high achievers, an interesting topic arose. One of the men asked for help dealing with his wife who was complaining he worked too much. He wanted help...