Some leaders really struggle when it comes to using “soft skills”. Unlike strategy, vision and execution, soft skills tend to focus on relationships, which is a more difficult realm. Many leaders would rather concentrate on producing results.Courtesy of Danielle...
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...
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 Stock...
Years ago, I was working with my personal coach on putting together a reading plan. I love to read and learn new things and I am constantly struggling to find more time to read. So, I decided I needed a plan to become more intentional. Hey, that sounds like what I try...
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 –...
