When we conjure up mental images of leaders we often think of those who are in front of a crowd. Demanding to be heard. Like Martin Luther King, Jr and his inspirational I have a Dream speech. Or Steve Jobs and his iconic Apple Inc. product launches. But what about the quiet leader? Is that an … Continue reading Shh. I’m Leading.
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3 Secrets of Great Leadership in 3 Seconds
If you had only 3 seconds to share the best advice on leadership, what would that be?
ish happens
ish. This is the word we use when something is stuck between being and not being. Between is and is not. For example, we might say, “that shirt is red-ish.” Or, “I’m feeling sick-ish.” And sometimes, “the weather is a bit warm-ish.” Describing things as ish is handy, because it helps us avoid committing when we’re … Continue reading ish happens
Stage Door to Leadership
In an empty theater, an actor stands on the stage overlooking a row of men and women seated in the audience. These are the decision makers who will decide if he is cast in the play. The director. The choreographer. The producers. The actor is on the last phase of what has been a grueling and lengthy … Continue reading Stage Door to Leadership