The Cornerstone of Effective Leadership

When asked in an interview what I considered to be the bottom line of effective leadership, my response was that it is building relationships of genuine trust with those who are following us. From experience I have learned that people from whom I’ve won trust will...

Four Ways to Create Loyal Followers

In their groundbreaking book, Strengths Based Leadership, the Gallup organization has presented a fresh look at leadership and what is at its core. In conducting over 10,000 interviews they set out to answer the question, “Why do people follow?” Courtesy of Adobe...

Functioning in the “Zone”

Years ago I spoke at a Ronald McDonald House Charities conference and received many positive comments. While I certainly enjoyed getting such positive feedback, I have to say that as I reflected back on the whole experience I enjoyed something else much more –...

Thriving in Your Environment

In what kind of environment do you thrive? I think most of the time when individuals are looking for a job they are looking primarily at the role they will play, the responsibilities they will carry, and the compensation package that comes with it. Courtesy of...