What’s Different? Timeless Principles for Any Generation
Guest Post by Kyle Willkom Why do we always focus on the differences? While understanding generational differences is important, there are certain principals that must be timeless; these principles should help managers and employees say, “What’s the same?” and I believe these principals can set the stage for great intergenerational relationships within any organization. Three…
Getting Real About Leadership
Guest Post by Bill Treasurer There are some differences between the leadership theories and ideals that you learn in college or graduate school and the actual practice of leading in the workplace. In graduate school, I learned that you should flex your leadership style according to the developmental level of your employees. In the workplace…
Do You Need to Aspire to Inspire?
To aspire is to rise up to a great plan, an abundant hope of fulfilling a worthwhile mission. To inspire is to convey a feeling of joining a higher cause, influencing soulful action. Simply defined, aspire is an individual effort while inspire brings others into the mix. How do they impact the way we lead?…
The Importance of a Strong Storyline – Lance Armstrong
I am not a Lance Armstrong expert, but his storyline has been: Little known biker gets cancer Biker expected to die but recovers stronger than ever Biker wins seven races in a row, becomes very famous and wealthy Biker starts cancer foundation It is a solid personal story, branching out to touch many, many lives….
How to Gain Trust – Simply Four Ways
How to gain trust? We must be believable so others have confidence in our ability to keep our word, do our part, and follow through on expectations set.
There Are Four Types of Talkers
There are four types of talkers: Those who talk a lot and say little Those who talk little and say a lot Those who talk a lot and hear little Those who talk little and hear a lot Which are you? It may be an unfair question in that we cannot really answer it alone….
Livestrong Includes Livehonest
The Lance Armstrong story is intriguing. Years of denial seem to be unraveling with teammates and testimony about how doping was done during all those cycling years. We all know of Lance Armstrong’s Tour de France wins. We know of his cancer survival, Livestrong initiative, and general good works. We also know of his consistent…
Three Vignettes on Unlife Life Choices
Creating an unlife life is vital. It is a balance of unlearning and learning to live unstuck, empowering us to grow and live a purpose-filled life. To build on this philosophy, this post contains a unique mix of three perspectives on an unlife life. Unbuckle. Have you ever had that feeling of “it just isn’t…
3 Key Practices to Working with 21 Authors
Working with 21 other leaders can present a set of challenges. However, a clear purpose serves as a rallying point, aligning activities and personalities. This is what happened when writing “The Character-Based Leader” book. It is as Margaret Mead once said: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, concerned citizens can change world. Indeed…
How to Be a Character-Based Leader
Twenty-one authors from Lead Change came together to write a book entitled “The Character-Based Leader,” and it serves as a field guide for leaders who want to exemplify integrity in all that they do and say. Being a leader is more than a title. In fact, there are few who have “leader” in their title….
Consistency, Character, and Citizenship – It Is Time!
There are at least two thoughts about the recent Romney 47% comment. The first thought is on consistency, a better way to think about authenticity. And, the second thought is on a need for a conversation about human nature and philosophy of who we are, or should be, as citizens. Consistency in Character and Conversations…
Go Hard on the Issue, Soft on the Person – 5 Leadership Ideas
“I try to go hard on the issue and soft on the person.” – Dr. Henry Cloud The above statement is potent. It really drives home the point on how to address workplace challenges while exhibiting character and integrity. Living and leading on this statement is like walking a tightrope. It is so easy to…