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Dan Rockwell
16 Dumb Questions You’re Afraid to Ask
April 22, 2013
The hardest question to ask is the obvious one. Fearful leaders remain silent. Courageous leaders ask. * What are we doing? * Compared to what? * Who said? * Why not? Move from “either/or” to “and” by asking, “Why not?” * What problem are we ... Read more »
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From Tantrums to Leadership
April 19, 2013
Weak, fearful leaders are like unrully two year olds. They create messes and throw tantrums. Undeveloped, incompetent leaders are “takers” who believe followers exist to serve themWeak leaders take: * Control. All micro-managers are fearful. * Power. Weak leaders fill their need for power ... Read more »
Connect or Die
April 15, 2013
No wonder your office feels like a morgue. You connect with vendors and clients but not with your receptionist, employees, or colleagues. It’s all business with coworkers but you send notes, make calls, and take clients to lunch.Bosses who mouth the words, “We’re family ... Read more »
Seven Simple Steps From Can’t to Can
April 12, 2013
Every organization has “can’t do” people in it. Their first words are no, can’t, or won’t. Successful leaders change can’t to can.Real influence:Coercion creates conformity; influence transforms.Incompetent leaders pressure; skillful leaders influence.Inept leaders us power, authority, and position to intimidate. Influential ... Read more »
The Most Dangerous Leadership Weakness
April 8, 2013
Dangerous leadership weaknesses include: * Lack of self-awareness. * Listening to brown nosers. * Pointing out problems without celebrating progress. * Closed ears and opened mouths. * People pleasing. * More on Facebook.All strengths have corresponding weaknesses. Good with people often means bad organizational ... Read more »
Evil Easter Bunny
April 5, 2013
The grandchildren visited last weekend. It was Easter. We bought chocolate eggs, bunnies, carrots, and even six pounds of gummy bears. (We have gummy bears for their next visit!)What’s Easter without an Easter Egg Hunt?Hiding candy is fun for grandparents; finding candy is ... Read more »
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