Tuesday Reading
From Missed Boats to Big Wins: How I Learned to Show Up
I can’t pinpoint when things started to change. It wasn’t some big, life-altering event but a series of small choices that shifted my perspective.
Do Less, With MOR
Work on the right things, use my time to think strategically, and do less of what’s comfortable and more of what’s needed. Focus on impact.
Asking Questions
Asking good questions helps you be a better leader: Be curious, be open-minded, be engaged, and dig deeper.
Athletics and Leadership
When you are good at a team sport, you might become team captain. After much trial and error, I learned things I want to share.
The Olympics: What Does It Take to Be the Best in the World?
What is required to be on a stage competing against the best in the world? What’s the correlation with how you work toward becoming great?
Performing on the World Stage – Inspiration from the Paris Olympics
I am watching this year’s Paris Olympics for both athleticism and with a leadership development lens. I am looking for coaching and team dynamics.
The Power of Being All In
Being all in at work leads to professional growth, bolsters organizational success, and creates a network of positivity and support.
The Guitar and Learning New Things
Learning new things, whether fun or professional, comes with stress. Here are some lessons that have helped me navigate new territory.
The Power of Summer Vacations
Resilience is an essential quality for leadership. What better way to nurture personal well-being than through a summer vacation!
Leading From Who You Are
As I ponder the essence of leadership, one word resonates deeply: values. The internal compass, the True North, that guides our actions.
Advice from 2024 Commencement Speeches
It’s graduation time. I’ve “mined” graduation speeches for “golden nuggets” as we each take stock of where we are on our own journey.
Initiate, Inquire, Invest, and Influence
Intentional relationship building is a cornerstone of effective leadership. You can make meaningful strides by integrating the 4 I’s in your routine.
Now What? – Don’t Confuse the Menu for the Meal
Here are some organizational practices that could encourage focusing on the meal (results) rather than getting stuck on the menu (processes).
Know Your Strengths and Maximize Your Impact
Focusing on existing strengths allows individuals to build on what they already do well, boosting confidence and motivation.
Five Lessons from the Flying V
I am fascinated with geese in their “Flying V” formation and how they manage to create such a flawless shape.
So What?
So what? – A simple phrase, yet it can convey many meanings. It also serves as an invitation for deeper investigation.
A Common Toolset Connects Leaders & Enhances Collaboration
MOR common constructs are instrumental in building leadership capabilities to enhance working through issues and addressing initiatives together.
Common Language Promotes Collaboration
When they encounter each other, they can quickly communicate and connect based on a shared MOR experience and the resulting language.
Putting Psychological Safety Into Leadership Context
Psychological safety is where people can brainstorm, voice half-finished thoughts, openly challenge, share feedback, and work through disagreements.
You Can Say NO
While you don’t want to be known as a “no” person, you do want to be seen as a team player. That makes the situation difficult.