Here's a post from a year ago where I consider the idea that there's not a one-size-fits-all leadership style and that we shouldn't be so quick to discount ways that others lead that may be different than our own. Enjoy! I've never been accused of being too direct in my conversations with others. Chalk it up to being a pastor's son and a former campaign manager for someone running for state senator, but I've just developed this knack for communicating with people without employing a very direct tone and posture. And, I've found it to be successful for me...
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Flashback Friday – November 7, 2014
Today's Flashback Friday is a post on making TOUGH DECISIONS. I believe that tough decisions make or break a leader and their legacy. Read on for this post from 2013: Often, as a leader, you will find yourself in a position where you need to make tough decisions. It may come in the form of letting an employee go because the company just can't afford to keep them or deciding it's time for your family to make some changes because you notice one of your children heading down the wrong path. Whatever the situation is that you find yourself...
How To Turn Your Biggest Critic Into Your Biggest Fan
Years ago, I worked at an organization where I stepped into a situation that was not in my favor. I was following a leader who had been there for years and was dearly loved by his team. It was my responsibility to take over for him, not mess up the wonderful results that he had achieved, and take the team to the next level. I wasn't a new leader and I was confident in my ability to achieve results. I was excited for the opportunity and ready to get to work. Then, I met the team. This team was loyal...