The Peter Principle might be why your leaders keep failing short
I once saw a squirrel try to climb a greased pole. In fact, I see squirrels trying to climb greasy poles all the time. For
February 22, 2025
Thoughts on Building a Culture of Connection™
Act Your Wage
“You’re being childish for not Acting Your Wage.” I was recently working with a manager who was brilliant, capable, and completely devoted to his team.
February 18, 2025
Level 5 Leadership at a Red Cross CPR Training
I didn’t realize how exhausting it was to give CPR. I learned this lesson recently while taking a Red Cross CPR and First Aid certification
February 12, 2025
Don’t Hide Your Scars: How Leaders Can Inspire Hope by Sharing Their Past
The Best Leaders Don’t Just Share Their Successes; They Share Their Scars I was recently keynoting at a university, sharing my story of academic struggles
February 3, 2025
The Power of Proximity: Why Showing Up Still Matters in a Remote World
Want to get ahead in your career? Get off Zoom and into the office. I was giving a keynote speech to a group of college
January 31, 2025
The Micromanager’s Trap: Why Great Leaders Let Go
“Your team isn’t bad at brainstorming. They’re just afraid of you.” I was facilitating a quarterly strategy retreat for a new team, something I’ve done
January 21, 2025
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