We’ve all got that voice in our head, the one that whispers (or sometimes shouts) doubts, tells us we’re not quite ready, or questions our abilities. For years, the conventional wisdom has been to silence this “inner critic.” But if you’ve ever tried, you know it’s very hard to do. A recent article from Harvard Business Review suggests that we may have completely … [Read more...] about Working With Your Inner Critic
Do You Suffer from Hurry Sickness?
People are wearing themselves out. Are you one of them? One study on professional services firms found that the majority of respondents said their jobs were“highly demanding, exhausting, and chaotic.” If that sounds like you – or if you are heading that direction – you may end up with “hurry sickness.” This malady was first identified more than fifty years ago by two … [Read more...] about Do You Suffer from Hurry Sickness?
Your Leadership Presence
Imagine you are meeting with your boss in their office. While you are talking they are glancing at their computer screen to the left and then looking down at their phone. They ask a question about something you just explained pretty clearly. When you are in a meeting with someone who is not present, you might as well not be there at all. Yet – this happens all the … [Read more...] about Your Leadership Presence
Leading Visionary Change
Many of us seek to lead significant, transformational change in our communities and organizations. As we engage with others it is important to keep these key characteristics of transformational leaders in mind: *Begin with a sincere commitment to changes that inspire you – from the heart. What do you care about? Keep in mind the important values and principles that are … [Read more...] about Leading Visionary Change
Humble Leaders Inspire Others
There is a lot to like about humble leaders – even though there seems to be too few of them. We appreciate people who acknowledge their mistakes, share credit with their team, and welcome feedback to improve. As it turns out, a new research study shows that these types of leaders inspire others in their organization to step up and lead. They spark ambition and drive … [Read more...] about Humble Leaders Inspire Others