
A VP who refuses to “babysit”
A common theme I hear from senior level leaders is, “I shouldn’t have to babysit.” I translate this to mean,

A common theme I hear from senior level leaders is, “I shouldn’t have to babysit.” I translate this to mean,

As a leader some of the most important questions you’ll answer are those that help you define your leadership identity.

Petty drama is always a sign that there’s a lack of trust. On the surface, it almost always seems that the

In today’s competitive business landscape, building trust, and fostering a productive work environment is crucial for success. What this means

This is part 4 of how senior leaders can create a collaborative culture. If you missed any of the previous

The last two weeks in 2023 I talked about two specific ways senior leaders can create a culture of collaboration.

Last week I talked about a specific way senior leaders can create a culture of collaboration by simply becoming aware

Most senior leaders say they want to create a more collaborative culture. After all, when there’s mismanaged conflict, avoided conversations,

Conflict-adverse leaders have narratives that keep them from addressing behavioral and performance problems. Listen closely, and you’ll hear the familiar,

Have you ever been labeled “unfair” or “micromanager?” Don’t worry! It’s part of the price you pay to be called

You’ve undoubtedly seen this pattern: An executive decides to “reorganize” a department in order to put someone they don’t like in another

So often I get an inquiry about doing a retreat to fix high-level conflict among executives who have lost their

Attracting and retaining talent is one of the top issues facing organizations today. The cost of replacing an employee can be as

Petty drama is always a sign that there’s a lack of trust. On the surface, it almost always seems that the

For the last 10 years I was a support, and finally a caregiver for my elderly mother, who had many

One reason you’re in a leadership position is because you have the ability to make good decisions. Good decision making

There are basically two kinds of micromanagers: Those who know they micromanage, and those who micromanage but don’t know it.

Is there a business case for forgiving someone? Yes, if you want to elevate your effectiveness and gain freedom. Holding