Piloting an aircraft means constant management of its attitude. That’s pilot lingo for whether the nose is pointed upward or downward. Pointing the nose up confers more lift to the wings. Pointing it down diminishes lift. That’s a good metaphor … Continue reading →
Jim Collins’ widely read volume Good to Great underscores the ability of introverts to be great leaders. Of the CEOs whose success he chronicles, the overwhelming majority were introverts. The demands of management and leadership, however, do not always align … Continue reading →
I’ve written in the past about my interaction with 42Projects and Trust 2.0, a pair of closely-related grassroots programs at Microsoft. (See my article on Microsoft’s Trust 2.0 Initiative.) The goal of 42Projects and Trust 2.0 is to promote greater innovation … Continue reading →
On one of my trips to Kenya I was interviewed on the business news program for a major television station in Nairobi. As we were waiting for the floor crew to finalize camera and light angles, the interviewer began joking … Continue reading →
How much is an idea worth? Absolutely nothing! Until we take action on it, an idea has no value at all. Have you ever seen people making money with a new product or service that you once thought about creating … Continue reading →
There’s an adage that four things can never be retrieved: a stone thrown time wasted a missed moment of opportunity a word spoken Most of us don’t throw stones or miss opportune moments on a daily basis. But we probably … Continue reading →
Earlier this month Mike Huckabee interviewed three freshman Congressman on his TV show. He asked about their biggest surprises since coming to Congress. Each answer was interesting. But one was particularly intriguing. The Congressman said, “I’ve been amazed at how … Continue reading →
Revolts have broken out widely of late in the Arab world. I’m struck by the fact that these upheavals are notable for their low-profile leadership at the top. News media everywhere are scrambling to find the person or persons who … Continue reading →
As you move up the corporate ladder, four changing realities demand that you develop new mindsets. People who fail to make these adjustments either never make it to the top or have limited success when they get there First, the … Continue reading →
Over the years the leadership resources of James Kouzes and and Barry Posner have been invaluable to me. Recently they published The Truth About Leadership: The No-Fads, Heart-of-the-Matter Facts You Need to Know. The book identifies ten principles that are … Continue reading →