I once coached a leader named Margaret, a Human Resources executive who, along with her team, was...
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Self-Leadership Challenge #4: Why Great Self-Leaders Know Arguing is a Good Thing
My executive coaching client, Sonya, was head of the Operations function in her organization when...
Self-Leadership Challenge #3: The Most Important Question to Ask Yourself as a Self-Leader
These are interesting times for leaders. Technology is changing the game every day, there is...
Self-Leadership Challenge #2: The Two Biggest Time-Wasters that Great Self-Leaders Avoid
As an executive coach, I've reviewed the time logs of hundreds of senior managers and executives....
Self-Leadership Challenge #1: What Does It Mean to Be a Great “Self-Leader?”
Often, when we hear the word “leader,” we think of an individual who leads others. But...
Personal Branding Quiz: How Are YOU™ Doing?
How is your personal brand doing? Are you presenting yourself in the best possible light? Are you...
The 15 Most Important Characteristics of Executive Presence
I am often asked, "What is the most popular topic clients request when it comes to leadership...
When Busy Becomes “Bad” – and Some Sage Advice from Winnie the Pooh
In today’s non-stop world, when you ask someone, “How are you doing?” – the answer is very often...
The Power of Your Thoughts, as a Leader
I am fascinated by just how easily most of us dismiss the power of thoughts. How, more often than...
Seven Ways to Make Sure Your Vision for the Future Becomes Reality
One of the key ways to get from where you are to where you want to be is to be crystal clear on...