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4 Ways Great Leaders Think Differently About Hiring

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December 5, 2017

Too many leaders overlook hiring as just another responsibility, and good managers know how to identify talent and plug a hole. But great leaders understand that the right hire will…

Two easy ways to build momentum

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March 15, 2017

James is a young entrepreneur. He was recruited by seasoned entrepreneurs to help bootstrap a new venture. Together, he and other similarly recruited co-founders have been working under the tutelage…

Why your leadership is falling flat

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March 14, 2017

For years I have been perplexed as to why certain individuals fail to inspire action and create momentum despite practicing what many might consider to be the best practices of leadership.…

How to turn key employee turnover into an accelerator

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March 8, 2017

We were just over two months away from wrapping up our best year ever. Momentum was strong. Morale was high. And, the team I had worked so hard to fashion…

Software developers collaborate via paired programming

Connection is King

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October 27, 2015

A connection with someone cannot be contrived or forced. But the way we communicate can be crafted in a manner that encourages connection. Here are three tips for making that happen.

Why aren’t smart people enough?

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October 22, 2015

It takes more than just having smart people. You need leadership, too.

Why resisting change is only hurting yourself

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October 20, 2015

How much time are you wasting by resisting change? Instead of dreading the inevitable, think about what it makes possible. Perhaps an upgrade is actually in store

Transactional tactics are killing your relational sales

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October 15, 2015

Don’t use your transactional sales tactics to make relational sales, because it won’t work.

Why is a long-term strategy

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October 13, 2015

In my experience, purpose – asking why? – is a long-term strategy. Unless you’re already an iconic brand (Apple), it takes more than just “why” to get people to buy. Don’t forget steps two and three!

Why your silence is creating chaos

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October 8, 2015

Three hours on a plane: no problem. Half that time in line and people fall apart. The difference? Leadership…and silence. Don’t let YOUR silence cause chaos. Lead!