I recently received an email from Dan Rockwell, A.K.A. Leadership Freak (his blog) regarding a great resource. Free download of Chapter 1 of "The Secret of Teams" by Mark Miller: Here is the link: http://bit.ly/1342KN1 (No registration required) This is a classic read for anyone working with teams! Amazon has this review where you can order the entire book:... Continue Reading →
Three Things I Would Tell my Younger Self
Do you every wish you could have a do-over? I have, many times. For example, I have wished I could start the conversation differently with my wife in a way that validated her feelings instead of going on the defensive. In golf, a do-over is called a mulligan. I know a real golfer does not... Continue Reading →
The Four Essential Food Groups for Leaders
On Thursday, I had the privilege to take part in a leadership development conversation with Dr. Henry Cloud, hosted by Dan Rockwell, A.K.A. Leadership Freak. The conference call focused on Henry's upcoming new book: Boundaries for Leaders: Results, Relationships and Being Ridiculously in Charge. Dan moderated the discussion, and Henry discussed concepts from Boundaries for Leaders, including several... Continue Reading →
Mind the Gap
If you have been to London, you know the phrase "Mind the Gap". It is painted on the platforms in the underground tube stations. A woman's voice with a lovely British accent reminds riders as they exit to Mind the Gap (though she pronounces it like "Moind thee Gop"). Now, try saying "Moind thee Gop"... Continue Reading →
Leader Impact 5: Predictions for 2013
I have compiled a list of some of the best blogs on predictions and trends for 2013 in the five topics I write about: Live Well, Love Deeply, Learn Continuously, Lead Courageously and Leave a Legacy. So, without further ado and sparkler fanfare, here we go... Live Well: Top 10 Fitness Trends for 2013 WebMD says,... Continue Reading →
