When crisis hits or fast-moving decisions loom, clear instructions aren't always available in your organizational handbook. In these moments, it is important to let our values guide us. Therefore, clarity on our values is essential for leaders. In his new book, Columbia Business School professor Paul Ingram suggests that answering this question – “What Do You Really … [Read more...] about What Do You Really Stand For?
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You Can Use Influence Without Authority
At some point in your career, you will hit a familiar wall: you need to drive results, launch an initiative, or solve a problem, but the key people involved don't report to you. Trying to force action through hierarchy often backfires, anyway. So, it is smart to learn how to use influence that does not rely on authority. A recent article in Harvard Business Review … [Read more...] about You Can Use Influence Without Authority
Transitioning with Your New Boss
A new boss! A new challenge and a new opportunity. Regardless of the quality of the relationship you had with your former boss, you are best off assuming that there will be changes – and remaining open-minded about those. If your new boss is an insider, then maybe you already have a relationship that you can build on. But a new boss from the outside is a special … [Read more...] about Transitioning with Your New Boss
Convincing Your Boss They Need a Coach
Lots of our bosses could really benefit from having an executive coach! We have all probably had bosses like this. They have a lot of talent and many good qualities – but there are some blind spots! If they could only get past these then life would be much better for you and the organization. What do you do? How do you approach your boss about coaching? Here are some … [Read more...] about Convincing Your Boss They Need a Coach
Bring Your “A Game” Every Day
One of the promises that I make to students in my courses on the first day of class every semester is that I am going to bring my “A Game” to every class. This is the standard that I set for myself – and I remind myself of this every day. This does not mean that I do a perfect job in every class – far from it. I always have ideas on how I can do better. But I go for it … [Read more...] about Bring Your “A Game” Every Day