Knowing when to stop is the hallmark of a great artist. Whether you’re painting a picture, seasoning a dish, or writing a story, knowing when to stop can mean the difference between a masterpiece and a mess. The same is true of exceptional leaders. They always seem to know when to stop talking, when to […]
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Somehow, somewhere, I will fail today as a leader. You need to hear that. I need to hear that. We all fall short of perfection as leaders. One of the things that sets exceptional leaders apart from all the rest is how they manage their failures. The important question isn’t “will I fail?” The important
What is your organization? Not what does it do or make or sell, but what is your organization itself. What’s the fundamental element that if taken away would cause your organization – be it a team, non-profit, task force, company, association, church, club, whatever – to cease to exist? Is it your address? Your building?
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Should the cabin lose pressure, oxygen masks will fall from the overhead compartment. Please place the mask over your nose and mouth before assisting children…or adults acting like children. – my JetBlue flight attendant An airliner cruising at 30,000 ft experiences a rapid loss of pressurization. The air in the cabin thins from 15 PSI
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I believe everyone has the capacity to lead. If that’s true, then why aren’t there more skilled leaders out there? I (and a slew of my betters) spend a lot of time thinking, writing, and talking about how to lead well – how to take what you’ve got and use it to guide and inspire
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