Henry Cloud says, “Every leader must consider whether what they are doing will create positive or negative energy.” Do you embrace the idea that you contribute to the energy generated by your team or your family? In my experience, many people do not. Many will say that energy is a personal issue.  I’ll take care […]

Do you want to have an impact as a leader and teammate? In his book Uncommon Greatness, author and leadership pro Mark Miller listed practical ways to make a difference:  Encourage them. Recognize them. Coach them. Correct them. Empathize with their situation. Ask their opinion. Offer a genuine compliment. Thank them. Acknowledge their strengths. Offer […]

Quincy Jones is one of the greatest music producers of all time. He helped musical talent, from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, to reach their potential as performers. The more he succeeded by helping others, the more he sought to work with fresh talent. I listened to an interview with him recently. He was asked […]

I heard an interview with Hall of Fame coach Mike Krzyzewski that resonated with me.  “I love leadership.”  He offered his reasoning.  “It’s dynamic. Always changing. Because it involves people, who are always changing. It’s new and fresh every day.” “I can always get better as a leader. There’s no way to be a perfect […]