Many people have unexpectedly found themselves seeking new opportunities for employment. Don’t despair. It could be the best career opportunity you’ve ever had in your life. Yes. You might be … Continue reading I’m Down-sized: NOW What?
Category: Relationships and Influence
The Secret Role of the GREAT Committee Chairman

Here’s a little secret… The chairperson is, most of all, a coordinator, energizer and a facilitator. That’s the secret. You say “Duh.” But guess what? This is a place where … Continue reading The Secret Role of the GREAT Committee Chairman
The Committee Chairman’s Attitude and Influence

If you want to run a great committee, here are some thoughts about your ability to impact and influence your committee… 1. Your Attitude will be Their Attitude The committee … Continue reading The Committee Chairman’s Attitude and Influence
A New Committee Chairman? Here’s a Little Secret

Congrats or your appointment as committee chairman! Here’s a little secret… The chairperson is, most of all, a coordinator, energizer and a facilitator. That’s the secret. You say “Duh.” But … Continue reading A New Committee Chairman? Here’s a Little Secret
Feel Awkward about Introducing Icebreakers?

Some folks feel a bit awkward initiating icebreakers in a group when the group has not used icebreakers before. Not to worry, a little advance work will help gain acceptance … Continue reading Feel Awkward about Introducing Icebreakers?
SMARTPhone On or Off the Table?

Heading to a meeting? Going to a business lunch? Meeting someone in his or her office? Pocket the smart phone or cell phone, and turn off the ringer. And keep … Continue reading SMARTPhone On or Off the Table?
How to Play Politics – The RIGHT Way

Do You Play “Positive Politics?” How many of you have heard the expression “positive politics?” This is the opposite negative politics, which we’ll describe below. As you go up the … Continue reading How to Play Politics – The RIGHT Way
How Do I Motivate Others to Want to Improve?

I get this question a lot – “How Do I Motivate Others to Want to Improve?” The age old response is that you can’t. You can’t motivate others to want to … Continue reading How Do I Motivate Others to Want to Improve?
Beware the gossiper!

There is a Spanish proverb that says “He who gossips to you will gossip about you.” I have found this to be right on the money. Gossips don’t turn it … Continue reading Beware the gossiper!
Leaders: How Vulnerable are You?

It took me a long time to realize that vulnerability is actually a very important leadership trait. I always thought I had to be “perfect” for my employees and co-workers. … Continue reading Leaders: How Vulnerable are You?
Two Words to Repair Broken Trust

Trust is a cornerstone of success. It takes years to build trust, and only minutes to destroy it. Not that the solution is a quick one, but these two words … Continue reading Two Words to Repair Broken Trust