How Humility Translates to Great Leadership
Next time you walk by a playground, stop and listen for a couple of minutes. I guarantee you won’t have long to wait before you hear, Mommy, Daddy, look at me. Recognition is part of what we live for. And in the right measure, it’s a healthy part of human connection. However, all too often, […]
Humility
The word humility stems from both the Greek and Hebrew humilitas, and it actually means two different things. In the negative sense, it means to be put low, which is to be humiliated. In the positive, it means to lower yourself, which is to be humble. Most of us can relate to both of those […]
Executives & Meaning Beyond The Balance Sheet
Every executive who reaches a certain senior point in his or her career is familiar with the highs of success: Making the numbers, reaching the goals and then reaping the accolades and the financial rewards. The confidence and momentum that comes from this success is a powerful motivator for repeat performance and multiple encores. However, […]
Why Negative Feedback Is Always Positive
The most destructive power in your organization is what goes unspoken. Disappointment and resentment, when unexpressed, can shut down relationships and the ability to exchange crucial information. That’s where mistakes happen and trust and productivity are threatened. By coming to terms with the inescapable, and undeniably painful, fact that surfacing these issues is going to […]
The Tension Of Entrepreneurial Risk-Taking
Entrepreneurs are hard-wired to start, build and move on. That’s what they do. A new idea, a new opportunity, that rush of excitement, and they’re on it.But there’s a risk that comes with this action-oriented bias. That forward-moving entrepreneurial mind can underestimate what it takes to run the operation with excellence. By being focused on […]
The Power Of Gratitude Practice
The deepest craving of human nature is the need to be appreciated. -William James If you’re overlooking everyday occasions to show your appreciation to the people who report to you, you’re missing a big opportunity. Ask yourself, “when is the last time I acknowledged specific things about my staff and co-workers. How they work, what […]
