Today’s technology and social media enable us to express top-of-mind thoughts to the world. Just because we can say something doesn’t mean we should. My sister shared this poster that appears throughout the high school where she teaches. Good advice for students. Good advice for each of us!
Leading remote teams, particularly during uncertain times, forces leaders to elevate their game around connecting, communicating, being productive and remaining positive. Create connections First, formalize team rituals. Since going to lunch together or catching up in the break room are no longer available options to connect, initiate daily or weekly hang-out time. This can be a happy…
We have all experienced the limiting effects of this pandemic on buinesses, schools, recreational activities, entertainment, and social gatherings. As a result, we have lost many daily human interactions and connections. We are social animals. Connecting with and helping one another is wired deeply in our brains. Neuroscience shows that helping others is not only…
The sustained nature of this remote working environment has moved past virtual happy hours and daily check-in calls to build a positive culture. Continuing to lead remote teams is now forcing leaders to elevate their culture-building creativity and skills. Before to the current pandemic, an intact team had prior connections and a shared history once…
Last week, a friend, Blair Franklin, shared some compelling thoughts on Linked In. With his permission, I am sharing them with you today. Blair is President and CEO of Ameripipe Supply, Inc. Here's what he had to say.... "The tenor and content of our conversations today matter more than ever. Here are 5 hard questions I’m asking…
Working remotely does not have to feel so distant for your team. Here are 11 techniques to help you team feel more connected. Team Meetings: 1. Create a regular schedule and stick with it. Avoid the temptation to have impromptu meetings with those who are under your same roof. 2. Incorporate rituals into your virtual…
You've probably heard the adage, "Make every minute count!" But count toward what? How do you know if your minutes count? To know, you have to measure your time and effort against something. That something is your purpose. Without a compelling purpose, you are just putting in time. Your mind might be engaged, but your heart…
Here is an excerpt from Leadership Matters. It contains 31 daily insights to inspire extraordinary results. day 28: Trust Bernard Madoff scammed over 5,000 investors out of approximately $65 billion (yes, that’s a billion with a “B”). Like any crime that you read or hear about, it’s concerning to each of us. My reaction deepened…
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…
My wife and business partner, Julie, enjoys a nice cold Perrier sparkling water as her preferred beverage. Although she finds it very refreshing, anyone who is familiar with the green, bottled water knows that once it gets warm or flat your dog might not even want to drink it. To avoid wasting water, Julie saves…
