We were supposed to board the plane at 2:50 pm and be “wheels up” at 3:19 pm. That was the plan. But the incoming plane arrived with three broken seats …
Serving on a Board – Part 3
We have covered the role of a body or group of leaders known as a board. And we have covered the role of the individual within that body. Now it …
Proof of Leadership
It is easy to look like a leader when everything is going well. I think we can make the argument that everything is not going well. We are living in …
Lead, Follow, or Get Out of the Way
We’re all familiar with the phrase, “Lead, follow, or get out of the way”. During my adult life, I’ve found myself doing all three at one time or another. By …
Leadership Focus: A Reminder
I have said many times, and I repeat again right now. You never know from where your inspiration for writing will come. For me, over the last two Sunday afternoons, …
Leadership Comes From Experience
As a leader, I am always seeking experiences that will make me a better leader. As a “follower”, I crave experienced and proven leaders. What we need is something that …
How Important Are YOUR Results?
It is easy to follow a “winner.” And it is easy to follow when everything is chugging along nicely and the organization is experiencing success, growth, profitability, everyone feels valued …
Lead, Follow, or Get Out of the Way!
We’re all familiar with the phrase, “Lead, follow, or get out of the way”. During my adult life, I’ve found myself doing all three at one time or another. The “Lead” Part …
The Business of Ethics
I am sure there has been much written about ethics in leadership but I wanted to share some insights recently revealed to me. I had a visit with some dear …
Wise Leaders Keep an Eye to the Future
We are close to Christmas Day. And we are given an opportunity each year to review the greatest story ever told. Also, there are leadership lessons that are in this story …