Currently, I am observing the performance (or lack thereof) of six or seven non-profit boards. I have my eyes on a couple of profit-making ventures as well. If you are …
Leadership Culture
The purpose of leadership in any organization is to advance the mission, vision, scope, or provide a return on an investment. It is the strong leaders in an organization who …
Is Your Organization Off Pitch?
Tis the season for our children and our grandchildren to perform for us in their school and church musical concerts. I have already been to several programs and I loved …
Data – Don’t Ignore It
Data. Love it or despise. Just don’t ignore it. There are often equal amounts of art and science when it comes to leadership. So, let’s take a look at the …
You Can Conduct Valuable Team Meetings
Almost 2 weeks ago, I discussed team briefings and the importance of communications in the process. But I really didn’t take the time to address the mechanics of conducting a valuable …
Leadership Lessons from Tidying Up
Like many of you, I am still trying to work out some of the finer details from the goal setting that is so much a part of this time of …
My Greatest Organization and Productivity Booster for 2015
For many of us, getting organized and increasing productivity are two of our biggest goals entering each new year. They are probably only topped by “losing weight” or some other fitness …
Leaders Encourage Vigorous Debate
Great leaders know how to focus on the positive, helpful, edifying and uplifting communication while managing the negative, destructive, decisive and demeaning communication in meetings. Consider this advice from …
Manic Monday: Evernote
On of the things that is becoming more and more clear to me as I get busier and busier with my “day job” and the growth of Leadership Voices is …