The Long Game

The landscape of leadership is littered with the mentally burned out, relationally poor, and physically worn down. Being overworked, overcommitted, and running on empty is the norm. “After this next project, things will get better…” is the common refrain offered … Read More »

What Makes a Great Boss?

  “People leave bosses, not companies.” Most of us have heard this quote and a Gallup study affirmed that over 50% of employees left their job due to their direct boss. Some of you may have experienced this reality as an employee. … Read More »

Leadership Crossroads

Everyone deserves a good leader. And every leader arrives at a crossroad formed at the intersection of three vital components of any business or endeavor, the intersection of people, purpose, and performance. Choices made at this crossroad determine outcome, opportunities … Read More »

The Long Game

The landscape of leadership is littered with the mentally burned out, relationally poor, and physically worn down. Being overworked, overcommitted, and running on empty is the norm. “After this next project, things will get better…” is the common refrain offered … Read More »

Leverage Tension to Build Trust

    As a coach, I have a “behind the curtain” view into organizations and relationships. Repeatedly, I have observed a common behavior in life and work: people do not like conflict and will avoid having conversations to address the … Read More »