The Mfuwe Lodge in Zambia happens to have been built next to a mango grove that one family of elephants have always visited when the fruit ripens. When they returned one year and found the luxury accommodation in the way, they simply walked through the lodge lobby right psat the front desk to reach their…
Accountability means answering or accounting for your actions and results. It is something every leader wants more of from his team. Accountability is like rain -- everyone knows they need it, but no one wants to get wet. It's easy to talk about how "they" need to be more accountable, but it can be uncomfortable…
The powerful leader, without a doubt, can still have a strong and commanding presence. The key is how s/he chooses to exchange information, and therefore power, to yield team success. A power exchange is the intentional, continuous transfer of information that boosts employee accountability and performance. There are four power converters that gradually increase employee…
Have you ever noticed the intensity difference when you play a game for fun compared to “playing for keeps?” Our family frequently plays Ping-Pong in our game room. It’s a fun and easy game for all ages. It’s easy and pretty relaxed to just volley back and forth, but there are visible changes once we…
Video of wi-sJETKwMQ In my last post I discussed a pretty good habit you can swap for a really great one – Quit Taking a Ride... and Take the Wheel. Winners are always in the driver's seat. As a result, they let their actions rise above their excuses. When problems arise, what's your first reaction?…
