Posts Tagged ‘Leadership’
What All Leaders Can Learn from NASCAR
This weekend the NASCAR racing series returns to the Talladega Speedway. Last year I was interviewed by Megan Englehart of Fox Sports about the pressures facing young drivers in the Truck Series elimination race at this track. As the circuit returns to Talladega this year, I’ve reflected on some lessons all leaders can learn from high-pressure events…
Read More5 Reasons Leaders Don’t Give Tough Feedback
Most of us agree we can’t be great without candid feedback, yet we often don’t receive this feedback or react poorly when we do. Here are typical reasons…
Read MoreThoughts On Leadership From A Fortune 20 Executive
How can you tell if you are working with a leader who truly cares about leadership development? I interviewed Karin Hurt about our shared thoughts …
Read MoreRedefining Passion In Leadership
It’s true that passion is essential to excellence. But I find leadership passion is very misunderstood. Passion comes in many different packages.
Read MoreDon’t Waste Your Time With Mission Statements
Ditch the mission statements and give your team a compelling reason why they exist and a clear vision for success. Your sign of success will be …
Read MoreUSA Women’s Gymnastics: A True High-Performance Team
There are numerous articles and books about high-performance teams. I am influenced by these sources and use them in my work with executive and sport teams.
Read MoreExcellence Keys: Prepare, Perform, Evaluate
I’m surprised how many executives attend important meetings or make key presentations without adequate preparation. A general rule of thumb is …
Read MoreTreat Every Meeting As A Performance
In reality, every time you enter a meeting as a senior leader you are performing. I advise leaders to set individual leadership goals in …
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