Learning from Bad Leaders
August 15, 2011
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Very early in my career I worked for a small company (several hundred employees) as a Credit Department representative. I was on a team that
Why Don’t You Understand?
August 8, 2011
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Here’s a familiar scenario:Manager: I’ve reviewed my expectations several times but I’m not getting the results I need. I don’t know what’s wrong, but the
Terminations and Grace
August 4, 2011
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For those of us who have spent years of our HR practice doing employee relations work, we know full well how difficult terminations can be. From
Abuse of Power
August 2, 2011
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Sometimes we don’t realize what is happening at first. An odd series of events, strange new voices suddenly “speaking out,” or just that awkward feeling
Are You A Believer?
July 25, 2011
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“Believe me, this is the right thing.”“I’ve got to believe we’re on the right track.”“We believe this is the best move going forward.” Having strong
I Figured It All Out
July 22, 2011
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With so many pressures on today’s leaders and aspiring leaders to make a difference in their organizations, their communities, and in their personal lives, it
You Have The Power
July 15, 2011
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Alarm goes off….hit the snooze button. Grab a shower, grab a coffee, and hit the road. “Good morning everyone.” Power up the computer…check the Inbox…review
Plan to Fail
July 8, 2011
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When was the last time you felt comfortable failing? I don’t mean a little misstep; I mean trying something that you hoped would work out but
Leadership Freedom and the Status Quo
July 7, 2011
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There is a certain sense of freedom that comes with leadership. Often times we miss this piece as the burdens of big decisions, risks, goals,
Corporate Mergers and the Knowledge Gap
June 17, 2011
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Recently my organization merged with a much larger one located 1,000 miles away. Although both are well established not-for-profit companies, our cultures and histories are quite unique. This was not