Set the Tone

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…

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Some things you just can’t fix. Nine very avoidable problems.

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…

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Two leadership maxims converse and formal

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…

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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….

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How can a new CEO lead an old team?

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…

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One powerful leadership lesson from President Trump

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…

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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….

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Six Steps for Making Decisions in the Face of Uncertainty

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…

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Brazilain Jiu JItsu

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…

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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…

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