Do the Holidays bring out your best attributes or your worst? Clearly the Holidays carry more stress and strain than you recall as a kid. Is it because you never knew the "responsibility" side of Christmas when younger? You didn't see 'behind the scenes' of Santa's activity? Alternatively, have you lost some glimmer and shine because of the pace, expectations and desires? … [Read more...]
Are you the “Problem Solver” or the “Problem?”
I see it all the time - yesterday's "go-to problem-solver" gets complacent and over the years turns into "the problem!" There is no such thing as organizational tenure! If you believe your current knowledge base is adequate to make it to retirement - you are woefully disillusioned. I'll go even farther - if you are one of those people who thinks "on the job training" is … [Read more...]
Are You a White Water Leader? (You better hope so!)
Have you been white water rafting? It's great isn't it? You are in the raft, drifting down the river, laughing and enjoying the beauty. Then, if you are aware, you see the water take on a bit more energy. You tune into a distant rumble. You can hear shouts from rafters currently engulfed in the next set. Suddenly you see the rapids. A long stretch of foam, spray and raw … [Read more...]
Want some career advice? – “Don’t be THAT guy!”
Let’s be honest, most companies have one. Heck, I bet you don’t even have to think very hard to identify who it is in your company. You may even have more than one! What am I talking about? – I’m talking about “THAT guy.” “Who is he?” you ask. He’s the guy that most of us try to avoid. The guy that says, “You got a minute?” and then proceeds to take 30. He’s the guy that needs … [Read more...]
How to Win the Battle Between “Ambition” and “Contentment”
(Emotional Connection) “What’s next?” “Hurry up!” “Get to the point.” “Let’s go!” “What are we waiting for?” Have you uttered these expressions recently? If you’re like many leaders I coach - I bet you have. In my practice, I deal with the classic “Type A” personality all the time. I love their passion and I have no doubt this drive, ambition and intensity helps them succeed. … [Read more...]