Gratitude — being thankful for the people, experiences, and things that have made our lives better. An important practice for our well-being. At the same time, as Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton remind us in their recent book
Environment
Translating Compassion into Action
In my last blog, inspired by recent events, I wrote about the importance of compassion. Why, as both organizational leaders and members of society, we should strive to understand and empathize with the experience of those who have suffered due to social
You Hire Employees, But Human Beings Show Up To Work
In business, it’s all about the bottom line. Or is it? A recent study at Baylor University concluded that supervisors who focus on profits without concern for employee well-being or ethical issues negatively affect employee performance.
The Importance of Messaging in Turbulent Times
These are turbulent and, for many, traumatic times. Health fears, economic fears, volatility, uncertainty … in total, it’s like nothing we’ve experienced.
This is a time for leadership. And if you’re reading this, then it’s very likely you’re an organizational leader. This is your time.
Two Common Mistakes Leaders Make When Communicating Change
You’d think we’d have figured it out by now. Given all of the change initiatives in all of the companies throughout all of the years, you’d think we’d have figured out how to effectively communicate organizational change.
To Create a Winning Environment, Use Winning Language
Language counts. The language you use sends subtle messages – intended or not – that speak to your effectiveness as a leader.
The Value of Feeling Valued
Bernadine and I enjoy international travel. We love the feeling associated with adventure, with exploring. It’s the emotional mix of anticipation, exhilaration and apprehension. It’s a feeling of being fully alive.
There’s a Reason it’s Called “Account-ability”
I was having coffee with David, a university student and football player who asked to meet with me to get my insights about starting a consulting practice. I’m always happy to meet with ambitious, young people who are eager to learn and grow.
How to Make Your Meetings Productive
Bad meetings are as painful as good meetings are productive. How do you make sure that your meetings are the latter, that people are checked-in, not checked-out, and that they’re bringing their A-game?
Don’t Follow the Golden Rule … There’s Something Better
Everyone knows the Golden Rule: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” It’s a simple yet powerful reminder to treat others the right way.
What You Do is Not as Important as What They Experience
Many leaders do it. Because it’s so easy to do. They only see things through their own eyes.
How To Be Right Without Making Others Wrong
You’re right and they’re wrong. And you know it.
But if you tell someone they’re wrong or argue about why you’re right, then you’ll likely antagonize them. Cause them to be further entrenched in their position. Or even damage the relationship.