Qualities of Exceptional Leaders

Qualities of Exceptional Leaders

There are thousands of books written about leadership and just as many theories from well-known and not-so-well-known experts. If you’ve read any of them, or had the opportunity to work for an exceptional leader, you’ve probably noticed they all share a...
Are You Coachable?

Are You Coachable?

  In over 25 years of working with and coaching high performers, I’ve learned there are many people that possess talent and ability, that’s a given. But talent doesn’t always equal success. I would guess you know many talented individuals that...
Where’s Your Swag

Where’s Your Swag

  I’m fortunate that my work takes me to conferences all over North America. If you’ve ever attended one, you know exactly what happens. By the end of the conference, you’ve collected a bag full of “SWAG.” A nice coffee mug. A...
If We Don’t Change, Then We Choose

If We Don’t Change, Then We Choose

There’s a quote often attributed to Albert Einstein. Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. It’s become a bit of a cliche, but like so many old phrases it sticks around because it’s true.   In business, in leadership, and...
Focus On the Start

Focus On the Start

I’ve been watching the Winter Olympic Games and for some reason I forgot to change the channel when there was a commercial break. Surprisingly, I’m happy that I forgot. The commercial started by asking a thought-provoking question, “Why do we always set our...