The Patch of Grass: Why Remembrance Day Changed for Me
I rarely share my thoughts on Remembrance Day. Why? Because everyone has a story, and many have endured more than […]
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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,
Reflections on Leadership: Lessons from the Back Porch of Life
Reflections on Leadership: Lessons from the Back Porch of Life As I stand at the cusp of 65, reflecting on
The Tyranny Of Servant Leadership – 5 Things You Need To Do To Free Yourself
I was a Sergeant Major in the Canadian Army. I held the second-highest non-commissioned officer rank and had a role
Kale & Servant Leadership – 3 tips for you to serve through listening
Fad Diets & Servant Leadership – Listening Last week, I gave you three tips to help get out from under
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
The Birth of a Strategic Plan: A Nine-Month Journey
In any organization, whether a small business or a significant regulatory body, the ability to adapt to change and plan
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,
Hear Steve tell the story of managing his worst project … EVER!
I want to take you behind the scenes for a story that truly embodies the challenges (and eventual triumphs!) of
Beyond Command & Control: How Vulnerability Unlocks Your Team’s True Potential
Last week, we explored the leadership lessons developed amid the heat and uncertainty of this year’s wildfire season—understanding the entire
Fathers Day, The Hardy Boys and a First Leadership Lesson
I have made many mistakes. Some of them were pretty spectacular. While formal training, my master’s degree, and supplementary reading
Unlock Understanding: 5 Questions to Navigate Strong Disagreements
In a world of increasingly polarized opinions, truly understanding someone with whom you strongly disagree can feel like an impossible
7 Check Up Questions To Diagnose Your Team
It’s straightforward to be on a sports Team. You know your position, what is expected, and who’s with you and
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
More Than Just Survival: Why Any Business, Regardless of Size, Needs a Strategic Plan
Many small business owners are immersed in a daily hustle—managing operations, serving customers, and putting out fires. The idea of
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The Unintended Compass: When Leadership Values Emerge by Accident
We often perceive leadership values as thoughtfully crafted principles outlined in mission statements and reinforced through formal training. What happens
Are You ‘Off Message’? How Misaligned Communication Kills Execution
Based on Team of teams: New rules of engagement for a complex world*. Portfolio/Penguin. Seriously, we’re drowning in noise. Everywhere
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
Closing the Accountability Gap: Practical Steps for Real Results
Throughout countless client conversations, a glaring issue persists: the lack of accountability. Missed deadlines and broken commitments are not merely
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’