4 days agoHow to Use Your Superpower as a Blessing not a CurseLance’s critical thinking superpower was both a blessing and a curse. It was a blessing that had served him well in his earlier career as a subject matter expert because he could solve even the most complex problems. But now he was an executive, his critical thinking ability had turned…Leadership2 min read
May 5Three Steps to Help You Secure Your Dream JobAre you in your dream job where you get paid to do work you love? It could be a reflection on life after the pandemic or other factors, but there is a current sentiment of people thinking it is time for change. If that is you or someone you know…Leadership3 min read
Apr 28Positive Energy is the Greatest Predictor of Success for LeadersI am excited about timely research showing the greatest predictor of success for leaders is positive energy: the energy exchanged between people that helps uplift, enthuse, and renew them. It is not charisma, influence, or power. It is not personality, attractiveness, or innovative genius. In the HBR article, The Best…Leadership2 min read
Apr 21How to Develop Your Point of View About the FutureHaving a point of view about the future can help you win the work you love along with greater satisfaction and fulfilment. You could address a specific problem your industry faces at present or a looming challenge. The topic is likely to be something you are passionate about, like technology…Leadership3 min read
Apr 14How good leaders support and sponsor other leadersIt takes a certain kind of leader to sponsor other leaders around them to be leaders. Gary identifies talented people and nurtures them into potential senior leaders by challenging them to take on bold commitments which stretch their own perceptions of their leadership capability. That translates into him believing in…Leadership2 min read
Apr 78 Behaviours That Will Push People Out the DoorRecent research data gathered in the pandemic by Zenger Folkman suggests poor performance by leaders on 8 behaviours pushes team members out the door and increases turnover significantly. Their research shows that the number one factor influencing people to quit their job continues to be the behaviour of their immediate…Leadership2 min read
Mar 24Why investing in leadership development is the key to reducing staff turnoverSandra was sceptical about the value of investing in leadership development. She had been a successful individual contributor, which led to her being promoted to a leadership role. However, she continued acting much the same way she had as a technical expert, producing results through her hard work and individual…Leadership2 min read
Mar 17Why good listening is much more than being silent while the other person talksWhen Dan took on his new role, he did not want to fall into the trap of communicating his vision while crossing his fingers and hoping it would all turn out. He had been on the receiving end of too many failed change programs that relied on broadcasting key messages…Leadership2 min read
Mar 10Why leaders must transform themselves to succeed with digital transformationLeaders must transform themselves is a key conclusion of “Leading in the Digital Era,” a three-part series, summarising research led by Linda Hill at Harvard Business School. The research included roundtable discussions with over 175 executives from companies around the world as well as a survey of over 1,500 senior…Leadership2 min read
Mar 3Why listening is a leadership skill that is more than not speakingOne thing I notice about the charismatic leaders I have met is they are skilled listeners. When they are listening to you, it is as though you are the only person in the world. Have you had that experience? They defy the myth that executive presence is something to do…Leadership2 min read
