Have you ever noticed that some people don’t have to get up to leave the room? Their communication skills are so poor that no matter what is being said, they don’t get it. Maybe they were never taught appropriate, effective communication skills. Or they just don’t care. Either way it can be devastating to work with or live with those …
My Dad’s Leadership Secrets That Empower Greatness
You are always leading people somewhere. The question is … Do you know where? If you asked someone whether or not he or she was a leader, they would probably say “no.” They don’t have any particular leadership title. They might even add such self-deprecating comments as “I’m just an IT guy … or … I’m just a salesperson … or … I’m just a homemaker.” …
3 ways to have greater influence on others
Like a lot of you, I’ve worked for some big-named companies, and I’ve reported to some powerful leader-type people with fancy titles. However, I’ve learned that there is very little correlation between a person’s title and how much they actually influenced my life. And I’m sure the same is true. Leadership has a lot more to do with influence than …
Truth and Leadership: What would you REALLY like to tell your boss?
Walking down the street in Key West with my wife, I was caught by an unusual sign in a shop window. It said, “Tell your boss exactly how you feel … and … the truth shall set you free.” Yes, I suppose so, in more ways than one. In many organizations, if you’re an employee, it’s dangerous to tell your …