In uncertain and anxious times, good communication is critical.
I have to actively watch for this and redirect myself.
Over time, I realized the problems we were working to address were all either created or perpetuated by leaders who ticked off one or more of these categories.
Here are two core roles that all CEOs need to provide.
It is every leader’s role to bring value and life to the situations we're in.
To attract and retain the best people, you need to do two things. First, build a magnetic culture. Second, become a magnetic manager and leader.
As leaders, we are often exposed to more criticism than others.
If you're the kind of leader who wants to create healthier, more respectful, yet more robust interactions in your workplace, here's your next step.
Does it really have to be lonely at the top?
Building a team isn’t the same thing as successfully participating in a team.
What kind of value do you offer?
As I work with leaders, most of my time is spent on how they see, interpret and respond to life.
Keep these in focus when making decisions in crises.
What does it look like to lead in the opposite spirit when you're dealing with conflict?
If leadership approaches are wildly inconsistent, it can create confusion. If leadership styles conflict with organizational values or culture, you get problems. What's the solution?
Offense seems to be in the air. Are people today more offensive than in the past?
Leaders lead out of who they are. You are your greatest leadership tool. Because of this, it is an obligation of leadership to continually work on your growth and wellness.
Is there something about how we operate that contributes to our "special sauce?" If so, do we know how to replicate this?
How do you lead in a culture of distrust?
Many executives are appropriately concerned about growing their teams and future leaders.