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The Length of Brevity
Tighten up your words – in speech and writing — and it will go a long way. You’ll be more impactful and influential. And perceived…
They’re Watching
What you do after you take a misstep or make a mistake. If you’re able to acknowledge when you don’t know something despite your leadership…
When You’re in the Crunch
You may be inclined, like most of us, to sacrifice your exercise/meditation/morning walk/fill in the blank routine. You may, like many of my clients, think…
Case Study: Telling the Truth
About 9 months ago, a client asked if I’d work with one of their senior leaders who was in a new and bigger role and…
Prudent Anticipation
Knowing numbers, watching trends, looking down the road for bumps before they become ditches. These things will almost always be less costly in business than…
Your Input is Requested!
With spring around the corner here in NC, I’m thinking about offering a cost-free webinar in celebration of growth and beginnings. And as a give-back…
Looking Backwards
In recent conversations with CEO clients, we’re talking a lot about navigating the road forward. Because, in many areas of business, the road is unchartered.…
Sunday Sketch
Of all things not business and leadership related. Anticipating: Ben Fountain’s new book, Devil Makes Three, due out September 26th. Of all the people that…
The Resilience Equation
If you have a drawdown on your energy, it’s ideal to get into the habit of replenishing it. That way, you’re more likely to function…
How Can We Be More
Accountable and Responsible to One Another Real and Compassionate in Our Conversations Autonomous and On Time Efficient in Our Execution Anticipatory in Our Decision-Making Trusting…
Update: The Making Magnificence Project®
In 2012, I began interviewing leaders who had navigated significant transition. I was curious about how these people – across a range of disciplines –…
Let’s Talk About Being Scared
When we attempt something new, when we stretch, when we’re asked to step up, when we’re leaning in, any of the following thoughts might start…
Reconnecting with Resilience
Settle in, peeps. This one is a bit long. I’ve had 5 or more client conversations on this in the last week, so it might…
More Impact, Less Input
This has come up recently with several senior exec clients, so I thought it worth mentioning. It’s not difficult to imagine that the higher your…
Not Ready To Keynote? 12 Tips for Moderating a Panel Discussion
If you’re a leader thinking about raising your profile and visibility, delivering a talk at an industry conference is a wonderful vehicle. But it can…
The First Buy-In
Is your own.
Did You Miss It? Register Now: Wednesday at 11am ET, The Only Cost-Free Webinar This Year
Grab your spot, mark your calendars for this Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at 11am ET for the only cost-free webinar I’m offering this year: “How…
Grab Your Spot! January 11th Webinar
Happy New Year! Mark your calendars, grab your spot for January 11, 2023 at 11am ET for the only cost-free webinar I’m offering this year:…
Holiday Homework
I hope you’re getting a break, some time away from work before the new year. If you’re able, carve out a pocket of time for…
The Last Sunday Sketch of 2022
Of all things not business and leadership related. (I know, I know, it’s Monday. But this is the best opportunity before the new year.) Getting:…
23%
In case you missed it, there is a special offer for you in celebration of the new year. For the month of December, you’ll receive…
New! January 11th Cost-Free Webinar: Your 2023 Personalized Strategic Leadership Plan
Mark your calendars now for January 11, 2023 at 11am ET for the only cost-free webinar I’m offering in 2023: “How to Develop and Execute…
It’s Here! The List You’ll Want to Check Twice, 2022
For the seventh year in a row, I’ve asked clients, colleagues, and leaders from The Making Magnificence Project® for their most-loved book of the year.…
December Goodies
As promised, I’ve got several things for you. First, I’m compiling the Annual List You’ll Want to Check Twice. It might be my favorite blog…
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