Category Archives: Leadership Articles

Over the last few months, we’ve been looking at the biggest mistakes a leader can make, as identified in our Fault Lines Leadership Study. These errors undermine the positive aspects of a leader’s agenda. Today we round out the top … Continue reading →

This is the fourth in our series of articles discussing the biggest mistakes leaders can make, as identified in The Fault Lines Leadership Study. The first article we publish each month explores a new aspect of the study, with this … Continue reading →

I’ve been spending the last few days looking back at data I’ve collected for nearly a decade on how people believe they can apply “Character, Values, and Ethics” at work. One of the more common responses has been the idea … Continue reading →

Dr. Carl Rogers taught the nature of a person is constantly in a state of flux – the fluidity of becoming a person being a process vs. a product. We’re not in a fixed position, but in motion. The direction … Continue reading →

Why would a smart, highly-competent, energetic executive need a coach? Because there’s a huge difference between doing a job yourself, and leading it done through others. Since most executives began their ascent in their organizations by being recognized for their … Continue reading →

Just had a new computer shipped to me … and yes, I very carefully inspected the box when it arrived. Damaged goods are a pain to replace. Makes me wonder what manager would walk through his factory with a big … Continue reading →

The fifth-level of truth telling is “to tell the truth to everyone about everything.” For leaders, that’s a good place to begin. So far in this series we’ve talked about: 1) what we should do as leaders (listen); 2) what … Continue reading →

Last month, the results of our Fault Lines Leadership Study showed us “The Biggest Mistake a Leader Can Make” is a very specific behavior – not listening. This month, the data take a new track, as we look at the … Continue reading →

Everyone makes mistakes. I don’t think there’s any disagreement about that. But as a leader, the mistakes you make directly impact your credibility. And, if you’re in a senior leadership position, your mistakes are multiplied by the level of your … Continue reading →

That’s a rather pointed question, isn’t it? It can also be rather threatening, because, “what if you’re not?” Then what? After a year of discussing various aspects of the High Points of Leadership Study, this one question, seems to be … Continue reading →