As a leader, you know that listening is essential. It’s a key part of communication, and we all strive to get better at it. But today, I want to share what I believe is the most powerful reason to listen. We’ve talked about many reasons to listen in this series, from understanding others to acknowledging their
Lots of adjectives are used to define leaders. And chances are, flexible isn’t one you typically think about. I mean, is being a flexible leader even a good idea? Most would agree we want leaders to be consistent. So, it begs the question: are we risking consistency if we strive for flexibility?\ Consistency in some things
Listening is one of the most fundamental leadership skills—and yet, it’s often one of the most overlooked. In today’s fast-paced world, distractions are everywhere, and the art of truly listening has become rare. But what if you could supercharge your listening skills? What if you could make listening so impactful that it transforms your relationships
As leaders, we talk a lot about the importance of listening—but how often do we reflect on how we listen? If you’ve ever wondered how to take your listening skills to the next level, you’re not alone. I’ve spent years studying leadership, and one thing is crystal clear: great listeners ask great questions. Today, I’m excited
Leaders, whether they realize it or not, are in the change business. After all, if nothing was changing, and things were going great, would we even need leaders? But since things are always changing, perhaps faster than ever, we need leaders who can effectively lead change. In other words, leaders need to master change leadership. To
Interrupting—it’s a habit many of us struggle with, myself included. Over the years, I’ve come to realize just how much interrupting can hinder communication and damage relationships. If you’re like me, someone who’s been an interrupter and is working on breaking that habit, you’re in the right place. Let’s dive into some actionable strategies to
There are plenty of definitions of wisdom – and not just from the dictionary. There are philosophical and psychological definitions – even biblical ones. My goal here isn’t to dive into those distinctions but to be pragmatic and practical about the important quality of wisdom – more specifically leadership wisdom. Why? Because whatever your definition, given the
Listening is a skill that can transform our relationships, our work, and even how we view the world. Over the years, I’ve learned that being a good listener isn’t just about hearing what’s being said—it’s about connecting, understanding, and truly engaging with the person in front of you. Today, I’d like to share five ways
I’m writing this before Election Day, not knowing who will be elected to serve as our President. And I’m not writing a political piece, but I am making a prediction (not that one). And I hope, that for those who read it, it will make my prediction wrong. Anxious and emotional. Lots of people, regardless of who
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