As a leader you’re constantly faced with decisions. How you handle them says a lot about you. And can have major implications for your business. So how can you become more effective at making decisions?
Commitment
Are You as Optimistic as You Think You Are?
Almost every leader thinks of themself as an optimist. And why not? We’re constantly exposed to stories of successful leaders who are optimists. And who wants to be thought of as negative? But are you as optimistic as you think you are?
Evolve or Die: The Choice is Yours
Your company is successful. Customers love you, employees want to work for you, and your financial results are strong. You’ve nailed the formula for success.
How Risky are Your Decisions?
It was our usual conversation. Whenever I would tell my mother about the next who-would-do-that? adventure Bernadine and I planned to go on, the next why-would-you-go-there? country we planned to visit, she would say the same thing. “You’re a bright boy … why do you want to kill yourself?”
How to Lead Your Organization to Success in 2018
It’s the New Year. A fresh start. Rekindled ambition. It’s time to lead your organization to the Promised Land!
What “Ruthless Consistency” Does Not Mean
Whenever I deliver a presentation on Ruthless Consistency, I can usually pick out someone who just isn’t comfortable with the idea.
Building Commitment to Strategy Execution
Inspiration for my weekly blog comes from many sources. Now, after more than 300 posts, I’m reaching out to another source … you.
Don’t be Held Hostage by Consensus
Most leaders are enlightened enough to know that you won’t get very far these days being a dictator. Sure, you’ll get compliance – at least in the short term – but you’re also likely to get low morale, poor productivity, and excessive turnover.
Here’s a Success Strategy: Ask Outrageously
As a leader, you’re continually making requests. Your success depends on getting things done through others. So how good are you at making requests and getting what you want?
Effective Leaders Effectively Manage These 4 Paradoxes
Effective leaders are able to manage paradox – concepts that are seemingly at odds with each other. They are able to understand and navigate the nuances that determine success or failure in the real world.
How to Change Culture When Culture is Entrenched
Cultural change is hard. Especially so in a massive organization where that culture is deeply entrenched. Yet that was Mary Barra’s task when she took over the helm of GM three years ago.
How to Have “FUN” with Failure
You’re going to love this. (But, first, a disclaimer: if you’re easily offended by harsh language then you may not want to read this post …)