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Unlearning Scarcity: How to Grow by Letting Go of Limitations
I’m on vacation in Hawaii with my family and parents. A few days ago, we were having lunch at a…
Some things you just can’t fix. Nine very avoidable problems.
I’m feeling good right now. I just got back from practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). If you aren’t familiar, BJJ is…
Two Leadership Maxims that Should Change Your Leadership Forever
Two leadership maxims that will transform how you lead and manage: You will only manage others as well as you…
Why Organizations Need to Define Their Philosophy of Leadership
In my role as a consultant, I’m often called upon to help leadership teams relate well and make effective decisions….
How Can a New CEO Lead an Old Team?
Bill built Spruce Ridge Services from the ground up. Literally. Thirty years ago, he was in the dirt, pouring the…
One Powerful Leadership Lesson From President Trump
While facilitating a leadership workshop, I had broken the large group up into a half-dozen small groups. They were deeply…
You Are More Influential Than You Think: But In What Way?
This article explores how a leader’s emotional state is transferred to others. For most people, this is a subconscious process….
Six Steps for Making Decisions in the Face of Uncertainty
All climbers face fear. Whether summiting a peak, climbing a rock wall or ascending a frozen waterfall there is always…
In a Crisis, This One Focus Proves To Be The Most Important
This current crisis has many leaders scrambling. Scrambling to keep up with changes, to protect and retain their employees, manage…
The Best Way to Fail as A Leader (And How to Avoid It)
I have a temptation. It sneaks up on me without my noticing it. Actually, sometimes I do notice it. But…