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Great Leaders are Good Quitters
I have been fascinated with the book Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away by Annie Duke. You can find an insightful interview...
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- 3 min
The Complicated Relationship Between Leadership and Emotions
Leaders have conflicting expectations when it comes to emotions. Let's talk about how leaders can navigate emotions well.
WSL Leadership
- 3 min
Leading people you don't like
At some point every leader encounters a teammate that is just not their cup of tea. Maybe it’s a person you brought to the team or maybe...
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- 2 min
Cultivating Leaders with Appreciation
I frequently hear from people in organizations (particularly non profit organizations) who want to cultivate more leaders from within but...
WSL Leadership
- 2 min
Three Ways to Upgrade Your Informal Leadership
There are only so many spaces for people with official leadership titles, but there is infinite room for informal leaders to make an...
WSL Leadership
- 2 min
Are You Confusing Benign Acceptance of Garbage for Trust?
A wise friend once said, “Honesty doesn’t have to be brutal.” This sentiment got me thinking about how we sometimes give leaders far too...
WSL Leadership
- 2 min
"Being" versus "Acting Like" a Jerk
Leaders disempower themselves by labeling people based on their behavior. Leaders can change behavior. Don't limit yourself.
WSL Leadership
- 3 min
When Your Teammates are Angry
Have you had some angry teammates lately? Here's a way to understand their rage and move forward - together.
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- 3 min
How Popular Leaders Actually Survive the Fury of Unpopular Decisions
Popular leaders who are good leaders will make unpopular decisions. Here's how to turn it into a good thing when that happens.
WSL Leadership
- 2 min
Leadership Humility Done Well
An active approach to humility builds trust. Here's how to make that happen.
WSL Leadership
- 4 min
When to Flex and When to be Flexible
Do you need to be a more firm or flexible leader when your people aren't doing the thing you want?
WSL Leadership
- 4 min
Ownership? What's the deal?
Be a more effective leader by taking ownership and being accountable for your actions.