Inspiration
Come on…it has to be said…
When it comes down to the performance of a football team or a company team, engaging the heart will increase the effort given and lift performance higher than following any technique, model, formula, method.
Read MoreWhy you should welcome the naysayer
We need not view naysayers as obstacles. But just how can naysayers strengthen our nerves or sharpen our skill? By remaining objective and positive in your thinking, you will realize they can point out valid hurdles or challenges you haven’t seen!
Read MoreHere’s to a terrific 2007
Andrew Carnegie: "Think of yourself as on the threshold of unparalleled success. A whole, clear, glorious life lies before you. Achieve! Achieve!"
Read MoreChange is the only evidence of life
Change is the only evidence of life. —Evelyn Waugh (1903-1966), English novelist
Read MoreA book for your consideration: The Cycle of Leadership by Noel Tichy
In his book, The Cycle of Leadership, Noel Tichy describes how we can build a world class "teaching" organization – one that develops leaders at all levels who, in turn, develop other leaders.
Read MorePODCAST: What’s the word on the street for Senior IT professionals?
What do senior IT folks need to do best to work effectively with their peers across the business? Check out this podcast between Jim Stroud (technical sourcing consultant with Microsoft) and I, as we chat about the L’s and the M’s of technology and business alignment.
Read MoreColin Powell’s Leadership Lessons & Joel Dant’s Beef Tongue Tacos
Lesson #1: Being responsible sometimes means pissing people off. Good leadership involves responsibility to the welfare of the group, which means that some people will get angry at your actions and decisions. It’s inevitable, if you’re honorable. Check out other aspects of leadership by Colin Powell.
Read MoreLeadership: attitude + action
Harold S. Geneen: "Leadership is practiced not so much in words as in attitude and action."
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