Great leaders have been described as "peddlers of hope". One example is Kenneth I. Chenault. He was named was named chairman and CEO of American Express only five months before the tragic events of September 11, 2001. The American Express Manhattan headquarters is located directly across from the World Trade Center. When the twin towers collapsed,... Continue Reading →
Loneliness: It has been said, “It is lonely at the top, but at least you eat better.” For most of us, eating better is not enough. Allender’s (2006) fourth leadership challenge is to deal correctly with “the deep sense of isolation and loneliness” that leaders feel. If you have led, you have experienced loneliness. But... Continue Reading →
Top posts last week: Leaders who impact others and their organizations are integrated leaders. They have found how to live well with vision and passion; t0 love others and stay emotionally connected with the people they lead; to lead with courage in spite of obstacles; to be curious, continual learners; they leave a positive legacy... Continue Reading →
The LI-5 is Leader Impact-5: Live well, Love deeply, Lead courageously, Learn continuously and Leave a legacy. This is the first edition to summarize and highlight great insights in these 5 areas that I have read lately. Enjoy and learn with me. Live Well: Walking has tremendous benefits for health. Physical health: walking does not... Continue Reading →
Chuck Swindoll encourages leaders to keep a tender heart and a tough hide. In my last blog on 7 practices to avoid becoming a self-absorbed, narcissistic leader, I dealt with the “soft side” of dealing with the wounds of betrayal from abandonment or abuse. A tender heart keeps us from becoming jaded. The flip side... Continue Reading →
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