The Power of Alignment in Teams and Organizations
From my associate, Grant Tate. Imagine this: A team of five people, each holding onto a rope tied to a big log, aiming to move it forward. But each person’s pulling in a different direction—one’s pulling left, another right, one forward, and so on. It doesn’t take long to see the problem. Despite everyone working […]
Evolving Leadership: Guiding Your Team Through Growth
Editor’s Note: Growing a business requires not only robust, scalable systems but also leadership that adapts as well. In the third article of this series, we delve into how leadership roles must evolve as the organization grows. We’ll discuss the shift from hands-on management to strategic oversight and the importance of fostering a culture that […]
Developing Enterprise-Wide Perspective in Senior Leaders: A Coaching Guide for CEOs
Introduction I have often observed that upper-middle managers will remain too deeply rooted in their specific departments or functional responsibilities. This results in a limited, vertical perspective. To be viewed as promotable, aspiring executives must develop a horizontal perspective that aligns with the organization’s broader objectives, demonstrating an understanding of enterprise-level dynamics essential for executive […]
Critical Keys to Success
From my associate, Janice Giannini. Today, businesses face unprecedented shifting sands upon which to build and grow. While I would like to opine that there are a few more significant challenges, and the others are potentially less compelling and volatile – that doesn’t reflect reality. Think for just a moment about a few of these […]
Flexible Leadership vs. Wishy-Washy Leadership: Understanding the Distinction
The concept of flexible leadership is increasingly relevant in organizations. I will clarify that flexible leadership is not synonymous with wishy-washy leadership. The former represents a strategic and adaptable approach to leadership, while the latter suggests indecisiveness and lack of direction. Understanding the distinction between these concepts is crucial for leaders who navigate complex situations […]
Leadership’s Hidden Skill
From my associate Grant Tate. Tom Brady drops back into the pocket. Linemen tug, push, and groan, fighting to tackle or protect Brady. Tom scans the movements downfield and throws the ball to an open spot, but someone is magically there to catch it. Brady always fascinated me. Yes, he had an exceptional physique and […]
Am I Okay With the Cost of Self Leadership?
Many articles, books, speeches, and posts talk about influential leaders’ characteristics, qualities, and actions. In addition, processes and action plans abound. Undoubtedly, if you are reading this, you have read at least a few of those above. I want to offer a more straightforward approach to understanding effective leadership to consider: Be honest with yourself, about […]
Flexible Leadership vs. Wishy-Washy Leadership: Understanding the Distinction
The concept of flexible leadership is increasingly relevant in organizations. I will clarify that flexible leadership is not synonymous with wishy-washy leadership. The former represents a strategic and adaptable approach to leadership, while the latter suggests indecisiveness and lack of direction. Understanding the distinction between these concepts is crucial for leaders who navigate complex situations […]
What Does Effective Leadership Look Like
From my associate Janice Giannini. Looking around at our fractured world, I opine that leadership contributes to this unfortunate reality. But then I ponder: what does effective leadership look like in a highly connected world where fact and fiction blur, when everyday business challenges and risks are steeply escalating, and the two newest entrants, namely […]
Leadership May Be Easier Than You Think
From my associate Janice Giannini. If you search the earliest references for leadership – you will see that the Bible talks about it. So the leadership concept has been around for a few thousand years, give or take. While the descriptive words have changed, many, if not most, leadership principles haven’t changed all that much. […]