When I interviewed Robert Bruce Shaw about his new book "Leadership Blindspots," I was surprised by how complex this issue is. He told me that a lot of blind spots are directly linked to strengths. It may seem counter-intuitive, but while an entrepreneur's passion for her business drives growth, the single-mindedness of that passion may […]
Clearly, leaders need to be able to think strategically in order to lead effectively. But what does "strategic thinking" actually mean? In our Expert Interview with Rich Horwath, he defines "a strategy" as a plan to allocate your limited resources, time, talent and budget to achieve your goals and objectives; and "strategic thinking" as the ability […]
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If you've ever led people through a large-scale change initiative, then you already know how overwhelming and complex it can be. In The Executive Checklist, author James Kerr offers a valuable list of 10 "to-dos" that can guide you through the process of change. This list, created specifically for executives and decision makers, can be […]
You’re probably aware that crossing your arms makes you look defensive, and that slouching can make you appear lacking in confidence. But what about the more subtle signals you give out that are just as powerful, if less obvious. In our Expert Interview, communications consultant Nick Morgan explains how tone of voice affects a leader’s […]
Have you ever worked for a leader who put the needs of her team above her own? How did you feel about this person? And is this the type of leader you'd like to be? Leaders who put their energy into developing their teams inspire a deep sense of loyalty, trust, and engagement. As you […]
Do you sometimes feel overloaded with information? Every day, you probably experience a deluge of written reports, emails, newsletters, tweets, texts, and telephone calls competing for your attention. Just think how much more time you'd have for the really important things, if everyone got to the point quickly and clearly. In our Expert Interview with […]
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