In last week’s Weekend Inspiration post about the power of a good leadership quote, I asked for your favorite quotes. Thanks for responding! Here are some of the quotes you shared. Some quotes are from other people and some are your originals: Shared by Jeff Mattich… “In this world, you must be oh so…
As an author, the question, "May I quote you?" is a humbling request and a great compliment. For anyone who is in search of leadership excellence a good quote is fuel for you and your team. It's amazing how a short, simple quotation can quickly provide perspective, inspiration, comfort, motivation or insight. What a wonderful…
For the past 15 years, we have used the Adherence Equation to help individuals and organizations achieve their goals. From personal effectiveness and health to organizational growth and profitability, this simple formula clarifies your steps to success. Focus provides the clarity necessary to make decisions that support your most important goals. It results in a…
There are just about as many definitions of teamwork as there are teams. The definition I like is "Teamwork is connected independence." The Hoover Dam Bypass perfectly illustrates the term "connected independence." Take a look at this in-progress photo before its completion in 2010. What do you think? Seemingly completely independent projects on opposite sides…
Video of ullRbAv2hUY Creating accountability is one of the most common challenges for leaders of organizations, teams, communities and families. Whether you lead many or you lead only yourself, accountability for results separates the best from the rest. I hear the word accountability spoken dozens of times during planning sessions with my clients. It is something…
Human communication is imperfect primarily because we are imperfect. Sometimes it is more imperfect than others. For example, a few years my wife informed our son that I would be speaking at the Inc. Leadership Forum in San Diego and he would join me on a father-son adventure in San Diego. My son seemed excited…
Whether you coach a team at work, at home or in the community, this short video provides 25 quick quotes from our new book to help you elevate your coaching game. Here's to building a winning team! Video of nipNK4JJaJY
Here is an excerpt from Leadership Matters. It contains 31 daily insights to inspire extraordinary results. Video of aK_JvW9K-V4 Consider two sources of energy: the sun and a laser. The sun is a powerful source of energy. It showers the earth with billions of kilowatts of energy every hour. Yet with minimal protection – say…
Your team's performance reflects your mindset. Get your mind right before you get your team right. -------------------- This quote is from our new book that will be released in November titled, "The Power of Positive Coaching: The Mindset and Habits that Inspire Winning Results and Relationships"
Although certain types of employee development require a financial investment (e.g., seminars, professional memberships, subscriptions), the best return is generated from an investment of your time and energy. When employees know you have a vested interest in their success, tough discussions become easier, issues are addressed rather than avoided and solutions are presented by rather…
