My long-time pal and colleague in the speaking profession Joe Calloway just interviewed me for our professional association. There are many things I like about Joe but I was reminded of something he does exceptionally well: he asks good questions. Asking good questions is a well-worn if not worn out topic in leadership. But what…
I’m not referring to Wall Street payouts, but to how society tends to respond to problems. Case in point: a laxity of regulation has resulted in a rush to over-regulate. Wall Street, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac sounded the alarm and now Washington pours water on a fire already out. The current trend is not…
One of my clients is Kiewit (large construction and mining) which is this year celebrating its 125th anniversary. Peter Kiewit, who provided legendary leadership in growing the company, used the phrase “pleased but never satisfied.” I’ve embraced a similar philosophy I call “positive discontent.” Be positive about what you’ve accomplished but don’t become content. Keep…
He made a mistake. He is truly great athlete, and he is fully human. Greatness does not equal perfection. We keep forgetting that. I’m not condoning his actions. The fact is that lots of people his age–and some much older–take a hit off a bong. Most of us would agree that is wrong behavior. I…
What do leaders do when they aren’t sure what’s going on? They stay agile.
Here’s how to treat your predecessor when you become a leader.
Do a lot of what creates greatness.
Are you too busy for your own good? Maybe you just need to get some more space.