Connection and communication are the keys. Being a leader today takes many qualities but at their core good, effective leaders have the ability to genuinely connect and communicate. People believe in and will fight for those who build sincere relationships grounded in authenticity. Seismic shifts can be jarring for some. It’s a break from the...Read More

It all starts with you. That statement sounds counterintuitive because we’re talking about meaningful connection with others, but in order to have the kind of relationship you need to be an effective leader you must first have a meaningful one with yourself. But how do you get started? Connection starts with yourself. You have to...Read More

Times change. Do you? In the midst of a crisis, many leaders are finding it difficult to show empathy and connect with their people. As difficult as it may be for some, it is critical to understand and connect with the seismic shift in leadership. With ever-evolving societal norms and the environment impacting the way...Read More

The world does not stand still, and neither should you. If there is one thing history teaches us it’s that those who adapt often survive — it’s literally in our DNA as positive genetic mutations that have helped our ancestors overcome challenges presented by their environments and situations. On the other hand, those who remain...Read More

Break the chains of command. Being a leader in today’s world can be exceptionally difficult. In fact, it can be argued it is more difficult now to be a leader than at any point in the past. Why is that? Modern leaders are finding that what worked for centuries now puts them at a disadvantage...Read More

Perfection equals disconnection. Are you a perfectionist? Do you struggle to connect with your team? Despite any grandiose or deprecating thoughts we may hold of ourselves, the perfect boss does not exist. Never has, never will. Someone who appears to be perfect creates that aura by acutely observing, tuning in to, and showing keen interest...Read More

One-to-one is how leadership is won. Connection drives results. But what if you don’t know where to start or what to do? Being a leader comes with many responsibilities and challenges, many of which can be difficult navigating if you don’t yet have a team backing you. There is a consensus among leaders that connection...Read More

To be a successful leader, you have to hear what people are really saying. Historically, leaders communicated with their employees in a transactional and hierarchical manner. However, these tactics no longer work in today’s environment. The traditional, command-and-control leadership style is no longer as effective. What leadership techniques do effective leaders employ in the modern...Read More

Wisdom comes not from age but from education and learning. – Anton Chekhov (1860-1904), Russian writer There’s no doubt that age makes you wiser. As time passes, you learn from your mistakes. If you’re wise, you conclude that you’ll never stop learning. But what comes along with that wisdom is the corresponding realization that you’ll...Read More

The first person you lead must be yourself. Author Joseph Lalonde says it’s hard to lead others when you’re not leading yourself. We have no actual control over others. We do have control of ourselves. In a large world that seemingly becomes smaller by the day thanks to technology, those in charge must find ways...Read More