Why Your Leadership Development is Failing the Mission
I see organizations pour millions of dollars into leadership development every year, yet most executives privately admit they aren’t happy […]
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The HR Power Partnership: Moving from Compliance to Catalyst
Leveraging HR as a Strategic Ally Too often, Human Resources is pigeonholed into a tactical corner—hiring, firing, and compliance.
Reframing Leadership: Moving Beyond the Battle of Wills
It’s a typical situation every leader faces: the talented employee who misses deadlines, the high-potential team member who appears disengaged,
Does Your Company’s Mission Statement Actually Matter? The Answer May Surprise You
Boards and executive teams everywhere spend an unbelievable amount of time and energy on developing their company’s mission statement. This
Beyond Imposter Syndrome: The 50% Rule and The Traps of New Leadership
The legendary poet and activist Maya Angelou once said about herself, “I have written 11 books, but each time I think, ‘Uh-oh,
Leading Through the Unpredictable: Embracing Courage in a Time of Change
We live in a world where the illusion of absolute control has been shattered. For too long, we have believed
The Precursor to Success? – 4 Actions To Drive Leadership Team Accountability
It was a harsh lesson in accountability. I don’t remember why I was late, but I was late. I was
What is worse than being a boss? Being a bridesmaid – 3 Leadership Hacks
A recent Google SEO search found that the only phrase searched for more often than ‘I hate being a boss’
Global Leadership Forecast 2025 – Why would anyone aspire to lead in today’s environment?
DDI, or Development Dimensions International, is a global leadership development consultancy. Founded in 1970, DDI partners I find to be
Lessons From The Buddha … Ask ‘Why’ 5 Times
The Buddha’s Upajjhatthana Sutta discourse explains that contemplating five facts can help weaken or overcome conceit, lust, and irresponsibility. The discourse suggests
‘The Times They Are A’ Changin’ … 9 Questions To Check If Your Team Is Ready
There is a proverb that teaches that living in interesting times is both a curse and a blessing. Most of
Culture & Connection Resource List
I have compiled a list of videos, articles, and other resources for you to explore related to the human elements
LEADING THROUGH SCARY TIMES
Who would have thought that a worldwide pandemic would be the least of our worries a few years ago? The
Can you be friends with people you might have to fire?
Can you be friends with people you might have to fire? Recently I was interviewed for the Cherry Health Podcast.
5 Steps To Calming The Waters When A New Boss Enters The Pool
… of all the things that can cause ripples in our ‘pond,’ changing leaders should be considered the equivalent of
Why 75 Is The Single Most Important Number You Will Ever Need To Lead
What? 75%? I have been in the leadership business for over 40 years and have worked with thousands of leaders,
5 Actions To Drive Alignment and Increase in Profit – And Who Doesn’t Want More Profit
Poor managerial behaviours negatively impact engagement, alignment, productivity, and retention. Research has identified gaps between what people expect and their
Don’t Require People To Have Solutions When They Bring You Their Problems – What To Do Instead
I’ve said it You may have said it You probably had it said to you. It goes like this: The
There Is No Value In A Conversation That Starts With ‘You Idiot’ – Even If You Only Say It Under Your Breath.
99% of being a leader has everything to do with interpersonal relationships and social interactions. And not every interaction is
Food Glorious Food – The Most Underrated Of All Leadership Tools
With the holidays over, I find myself thinking about food. Family Dinners. Staff parties. And the many times that food