Christian Muntean
How to Lead Risky Employees Without Risking Your Business
“I want to create a place where these guys can have a second chance.” William was describing his approach to…
Unlocking Success: Focus on Behaviors for Effective Leadership
Jason is a senior leader in his company. He feels frustrated because Brian, one of his direct reports, “isn’t reliable”…
Leaders: Stop Trying for Perfect. Start Getting Things Done.
Most leadership growth comes from doing the same thing over and over until you finally get good at it. One…
What the LA Fires Can Teach Us About Leadership, Integrity, and Crisis Response
Some of you know I began my career in disaster relief. I worked across the globe to help rebuild communities…
Want an “A” Team? Start With Your “B” Players
A few weeks ago, I highlighted the importance of hiring “A players” for key positions. This is true for roles…
Leadership in 2025: Thriving Amid Uncertainty
Leadership in 2025: Thriving Amid Uncertainty 2025 is shaping up to be a wild year. But it will also provide…
Merry Christmas – From My Family to Yours
I’m writing this the day after shoulder surgery. (The consequence of overdoing it with healthy living.) I’ve just regained enough…
A Plan Is Not a Strategy: Build Resilience Through Uncertainty
January 2020: A client, a $200 million company, set an ambitious goal to grow to $300 million within three years….
How to Develop an Effective Exit Strategy for Your Business
First, the bad news: Only 20% to 30% of business owners who attempt to sell their business will be successful1….
CEO Transition Plan: Proven Steps to Ensure Smooth Leadership Change
First, a little bit of background: Succession planning is a structured process. I’ve laid this out in the Succession360™ Toolkit,…









