Overcoming Stereotypes: Challenging Superficial Judgments Aspiring leaders often face the challenge of being judged on superficial traits or lack of traditional credentials. In my personal experience, I was told that I didn’t have the right background, lacking an MBA and only having a liberal arts degree in history. However, what I did possess was a vast array of experience working … Read More
Are you listening?
Here’s the simple truth: Your people know. They’re in the trenches, every day, doing the work, learning the ropes, discovering what ticks and what doesn’t. That’s the power of the collective… the collective wisdom, that is. The question is, however, are you listening?
Making changes as you go
Sometimes, it’s faster to change things as you go, rather than sticking to a plan you made at the start. This means your plans should always be open to changes. You don’t need to plan every little detail before you start! Finding the Balance When you’re starting something new, first brainstorm a basic plan and get some feedback. Remember, feedback … Read More