When Did Being an “Influencer” Start Passing as Leadership?
We live in a time when almost everyone is invited to “build an audience.” Post more. Engage more. Grow your following. On most platforms, this kind of visibility is treated …
When a Leader Becomes the Hero (And Why That’s a Problem)
Leadership development loves a good story. Few stories are more seductive than Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey: an ordinary person is called to adventure, faces trials, finds mentors, overcomes enemies, and …
Beyond the Generation Delusion
(This is part two; for part one go HERE) Leading people, not categories Leaders are surrounded by advice on how to manage different “types” of people. Personality profiles, talent segments, …
The Pressure to be Grateful
Somewhere along the way, it seems like gratitude stopped being a feeling and became an obligation. We’re encouraged – at work, in relationships, and across wellness culture – to “focus …
4 ways Same as Ever can change how you lead through uncertainty
Most leadership books promise to help you navigate change. Morgan Housel’s Same as Ever takes a different approach. In fact, it isn’t really a leadership book at all. It’s a …
The Generation Delusion
Why smart leaders keep believing generational stereotypes (Part One) Let’s be blunt. Most “multigenerational workforce” commentary is pseudo-science wrapped in buzzwords and sold with remarkable confidence by people who haven’t …
What Monastic Life Can Teach Us About Leadership
Daily monastic life might seem a long way from business leadership, but reading the delightful – and strangely calming – A Monk’s Guide to a Clean House and Mind has …
In Praise of Idleness: What Wise Leaders Know About Doing Less
“Praising idleness” isn’t about doing nothing. It’s about refusing to waste precious time and energy on an unnecessary grind so the time we do spend working is thoughtful, creative, and genuinely worthwhile. If your team never has time to be “idle,” they may never have time to be at their best.
Always Leave the Jersey in a Better Place
Legacy is a unique and inspiring handbook for anyone who wants to lead others, create a sustainable workplace culture, or simply lift their own performance to a higher level. An easy and inspiring read. And some great reminders of simple, fundamental leadership principles.
2 Books for Introverts Every Leader Should Read
Two books about introverts that every leader should read. The first is Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking, in which Susan Cain explores the characteristics and strengths of introverts in a society that often (over)values extroversion. The second is Sorry I’m Late, I Didn’t Want to Come by Jessica Pan, who wondered what would happen if a quiet introvert pushed herself to live like an out-and-out extrovert for a year.