Increasing Engagement – How to Get People to Open Up
When it comes to increasing engagement on our teams, sometimes we can be our own worst enemy, as this short story demonstrates; here’s how we can do better.
The Value of the Vision
A little known act during World War II highlights the value of vision for our teams, and why we should treat it like a precious metal.
The 18th Mile: It’s Not the Finish Line Leaders Should Focus On
In leadership as in the marathon, it’s not the finish line we need to focus on, but the 18th mile, if we want to reach our goal; here’s why.
Run of the (Tread) Mill – Finding Magic in the Mundane
Some of the most important tasks in life may not be spectacular or exciting; to help us keep at them anyway, here are six ways to help us find magic in the mundane.
Leading Winning Teams: 5 Leadership Lessons from Mushers
Leading winning teams is something any good leader aspires to; here are five secrets to achieving that goal from a surprising source.
Lines for Leaders: 100 Horses
One night during the Civil War, Lincoln received some bad news; how he reacted to it speaks volumes about his approach to leadership, and sets an example we’d all be wise to follow.
Lines for Leaders: “Get That Guy”
Dr. Richard Feynman shares a key insight about how some of the smartest people got that way; if we follow his idea of “get that guy” we can do the same, and become better leaders in the process.
Reflecting Back on the Year Ahead – 11 Ways to Make Your Reflection Session Pay Off
The arrival of a new year signals a time of reflecting on the old, but there’s no owner’s manual on how; here are 11 ways to make the most of it.
Lines for Leaders: Control Freak
Coach Tom Landry was famous for his stoic expression on the sidelines no matter what was happening on the field; here’s what he said about leadership under pressure.
Lines for Leaders: What do You Think?
To lead effectively we need to be able to think clearly; here’s what one highly accomplished author said about how she learned to think with clarity.
Running in the Rain: What to Think About When You Think About Quitting
Running in the rain: It’s something I don’t want to do, yet very much need to. Here’s how I got myself out the door, and how to get yourself to do things you don’t want to do, too.
Lines for Leaders: The Office
Something funny that Micheal Scott said in the mocumentary The Office can help us become better leaders in real life.