Looking back, John F. Kennedy was probably one of the most advanced leaders in our global history. Listening again to his “Commencement Address at American University in Washington,” June 10, 1963. I am struck by his deep insights into global issues and what we as leaders could do to create a better world. Kennedy’s now Read More…

I was coaching a European Executive late last year who told me that while 30 people are supposed to show up for a monthly Senior Management Team meeting, often only 4 people show up.  And, if they do show up, some don’t actively participate in the meeting but busy themselves by taking notes on their Read More…

(Tweet this) In my latest book, The “God” in Coaching, a personal development book, I declared that I was a rebel!  My entire life I have been the curious cat … driving people crazy with my questions … challenging people to rise up and truly be the best that they can be. Guess who else Read More…

This is a continuation of Application #2 on Developing and Communicating Goals for Creating Champions in the workplace, part of a series of blog articles with the overall theme of “When your staff succeeds, so do you.” 7 Steps to Planning Your Future Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook, is very clear about authentic communication as Read More…

This is Application #2 for Creating Champions in the workplace, part of a series of blog articles with the overall theme of “When your staff succeeds, so do you.” Application #2 — Develop and Communicate Goals “A man without a purpose is like a ship without a rudder.” -Thomas Carlyle- (Tweet this!) Thomas Carlyle, born Read More…

Be a Leader – The Power of Example (Tweet this) This blog article is a continuation of my last blog on the many hats of a Leader. 7) Trainer A Leader is a trainer. Give all of your people the opportunity to learn. Some will need encouragement; others will take anything they can get. 8) Read More…