I want to continue to riff on a theme I introduced in my last Leading Thoughts. It’s the theme of how our work environments inspire us—or not! I was reading some reflections by the eminent broadcaster of decades ago, David Brinkley. He was one of the Anderson Coopers or Wolf [read more]
We are just coming to the end of a global social experiment in working from home. For some, like me, it was nothing new. I’ve worked from a home office for decades. For others, it was liberation. For many, if the surveys are any guide, it was something they hope [read more]
We are living in an age of huge media events and breaking news. Historic happenings seem to intrude into our lives daily. It means that the people we lead look to us for perspective and assurance. The insecure leader uses this attention to make matters worse. The wise leader knows [read more]
We all pretty much know how it is going to go in the coming months. The Covid-19 restrictions are going to continue to lift. The nation will get back to business. Still, people will be hesitant, scared. There will also be restrictions that hold us back—limits on the number of [read more]
There are seven maxims that have guided me throughout my life of leadership. Let me share these with you. I urge you to take them and make them your own. Work smarter, not harder. I grew up in a military and sports world. I lived with the idea that if [read more]
Let me tell you a story and then let me apply this story to your leadership. Forgive me that I’m going to go a bit long in this Leading Thoughts. As most of us know, Senator John McCain was a Navy pilot who flew combat missions during the Vietnam war. [read more]
I am a complete sap about Christmas. I love the traditions. I love the family time. I revel in the beauty and the food. As a Christian, I also revel in the meaning of it all. During the holidays, my family and I enjoy watching movies when we are together. [read more]