Understanding Process and Outcome
In great performance organizations, teams and individuals there is actually a paradoxical relationship between process and outcome.
Sustainable Excellence Through Process, Discipline & Focus (Part 1)
Don’t rely on the latest tip of the day or fad of the month to achieve your personal or collective best. There will always be another leadership or self-help book, infomercial, exercise program, diet, etc., proclaiming to take you to the Promised Land. Truth be told, many techniques are helpful for temporarily improving some aspect…
5 Steps To Avoid Complacency
Remember the fire in the belly you felt on the way to achieving a goal? Here are five steps to avoid complacency once you’ve achieved your dream goal.
Can You REALLY Let Go of the Outcome?
I’ve written before on the concept of process versus outcome in achieving sustainable excellence. As a leader, coach or performer the basic concept is …
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…
Why New Year’s Resolutions Don’t Work
Research has shown that approximately 90% of people who make New Year’s resolutions do not achieve them. How can you be in the 10% this year?
Thoughts 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 …