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 →
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 →
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 →
Self awareness is huge in leadership. There are constant challenges in leading others but, leading oneself may be the biggest challenge of all. Leading ourselves effectively begins by knowing ourselves better. Knowing ourselves helps us lead, live and love better. We are often too aware of our faults and weaknesses. I have benefited from the Reflected Best Self exercise from the Harvard Business Review that Terry summarizes below. It will help you know your strengths as well as be very affirming. Read her blog! One nice thing she includes is an email you can send to the people you want to give you feedback. It is simpler than a formal 360-degree feedback and only focuses on the positive! Try it out, especially if you are in transition.
Do you like homework? Neither do I… usually.
However, this fall I had to do a homework assignment for our Global Leadership MA class that I want to recommend to you. It was, by far, the most encouraging homework assignment I have ever done. The exercise is called “Your Reflected Best Self” (RBS), and it is fully described in the Harvard Business Review article, “How to Play to Your Strengths” from January 2005.
The exercise is not designed to build your ego, although it might do that. A while back I wrote about how we often receive six comments of negative feedback to one positive. The RBS is a systematic tool that balances out that ratio by discovering or confirming strengths and potential. With some analysis and application (done best with the help of a coach), you can use the information gained to develop a plan to…
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“The best years of your life are the ones in which you decide your problems are your own.” (Dr. Albert Ellis) This statement illustrates an important principle for success this year: Make Things Happen Having a successful year, living well and accomplishing worthwhile goals are majorly dependent on one thing: YOU making things happen! Each of... Continue Reading →
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