
The Blog
A collection of ideas and resources.
I can’t believe he said that…
I was recently on a trip with a delayed flight when the gate agent came on the loudspeaker and made an announcement that went against all the advice I'd ever give a leader or organization. I was shocked. I share it all in this quick tip video.
Elevate the Unassuming
This week's video is inspired by my daughter's reaction to her recent birthday gift. It got me thinking about the unassuming colleagues on our teams—the ones who quietly and selflessly contribute without seeking recognition. Join me as we address our tendency to inadvertently neglect these team members, and discuss how crucial it is to intentionally elevate them.
Legacy: It’s More Than Being Remembered
Today’s post is deeply personal for me. Join me in reflecting on what it means to create a leadership legacy.
Shared Accountability: How Does Your Team Measure Up?
Recently, on a flight, I witnessed a flight attendant use a new approach that rallied all passengers together to accomplish a shared goal. As leaders, I believe we can learn from this approach and apply it to boost shared accountability within our teams.
The question every leader should ask themselves
Dive into this video to learn a simple yet profound exercise that will help you align your leadership style with the qualities you aspire to embody. It's a quick check-in that could make all the difference in how you connect with and lead your team.
When feedback isn’t working…
If you're tired of addressing the same frustration over and over again with your team, this quick video is a must-watch. Discover how a simple change in approach—focusing on the system rather than the individual—can lead to lasting improvements.
How to be more approachable
I believe one of the greatest superpowers a leader can possess is the ability to come across as exceedingly approachable. In this video, I'll share my best strategy for getting there.
The 3 things your employees need from you
Many years ago in high school, I had a rough basketball season. Instead of continuing to improve over time, my skills and execution deteriorated. Why? Because I was missing the three things that every team member needs in order to perform at their best. Do your employees have these three things from you?
Why can’t they deliver like you do?
When employees can’t perform tasks as well as we do, we’re quick to feel frustrated and make assumptions about their abilities. We often forget what it takes to develop new skills. This video takes a quick deep dive into this very issue through the lens of a recent client coaching conversation.
What made my vacation so great (and how to replicate it)
I recently spent an unforgettable week at a dude ranch with my family. This trip turned out to be my favorite vacation ever, and you may be surprised to know why. In this video, I share one of the biggest factors that made the experience so great and how we can implement it in our daily work and personal lives.
What to do when you don’t know the answer
Recently, my doctor didn't know what to do with an issue I brought to her. How she responded bolstered my trust in and respect for her even more. I think we can learn from her example in this Two-Minute Tip.
Do we even need managers?
Sometimes, we feel stifled by management, believing we could do our work more easily without the hierarchy in the way. Do we even need formal leadership structure in place if we have smart, high-performing employees? Google experimented with this idea in 2002. Find out what happened.