In my first article on this topic, I discussed just what is “Leadership Capital” and what are the components that make it up. And in the second, I discussed how …
Leadership Capital – Part 2
In my first article on this topic, I discussed just what is “Leadership Capital” and what are the components that make it up. So, if we have a good understanding …
Leadership Capital – Part 1
How do you measure leadership acumen? How is it measured as it gained? How is it measured as it is expended? Is there a subjective scale or is there an …
Leadership That Calms
My TimeHop today reminded me of a quote three years ago from George Will that compared Ronald Reagan to a ship captain. George Will said, “He calmed the passengers – …
Leaders vs. Managers
Like most young people entering the workforce in the early 1980s, I had great aspirations. I aspired to be a big-time manager for a major corporation. I knew I was …
Leaders and Resolutions
Tis the season for many things. Not the least of which is making New Year’s Resolutions. Each of us should consider making some resolutions. And as leaders, here are a …
Three Characteristics of Visible Leaders
If you are my leader, please don’t just tell me — show up and show me! I am a passionate person and I am drawn to leaders who can express …
Thinkers are Revolutionary Leaders
Tomorrow is not “The Fourth of July.” That is a date on a calendar. It is not the name of the National Holiday that we celebrate tomorrow. The name of …
You can lead a horse . . .
You can lead a horse to water . . . How many times have you heard that statement? It is an old bit of country wisdom. You can bring your …
Leadership and Appreciative Inquiry – Part 1
I had a “vigorous” discussion several months ago with someone whose opinion I have always valued. I have not always agreed with it. And in fact, I did not agree …