What is leadership capacity and how do I get more of it?
What’s your leadership capacity like right now? Are you operating from a position of healthy margins, or is your tank running low? Many are talking about capacity in business, bu
Are our values that important? And who cares?
When was the last time you engaged in a discussion or read an article on the values leaders believed to be most important? Unless you dive into scholarly research, this topic does
Make Failure Your Friend
Relax; you will Fail Failure is inevitable. If you’re breathing, you will fail at things. It’s part of the human experience, yet most of us will do almost anything to avoid it.
The Power of Reflection: How it Can Supercharge Your Leadership
Did you know that reflection has the power to supercharge your leadership? We live and lead in a culture that often devalues reflection. We’ve been taught to applaud those who â€
Why being ‘lonely at the top’ isn’t good for you, or for business
Leaders are no more exempt from loneliness and isolation than the rest of the population. In fact, they can be more susceptible to these feelings. As their responsibilities grow, t
Why Resilience Matters for Leaders
Resilience matters for leaders. It’s not just some abstract concept. It’s about our capacity to cope with and grow from life’s toughest challenges. Think of it as
Beyond the Crucible meets When Leaders Are Lost.
I recently had the immense privilege and pleasure of being interviewed by Warwick Fairfax and Gary Schneeberger on the Beyond the Crucible Podcast. Hailing from the Fairfax Media D
Mind the Gap Between What You Believe and How You Lead
I have a couple of questions for you. Can you, as a leader, articulate your core beliefs and values? And do you lead others in a way that aligns with them – your value code? If y
Managing your expectations in the face of the workplace revolution
In this era of profound change in the world of work and the extended life expectancy of people, it’s not just a shift but a revolution. Improvements in healthcare and lifestyle a
Why the death of the three-stage life doesn’t have to mean the end of a fulfilling life!
As a leader, where do you see yourself in five years? How about ten years? What’s your career trajectory, and does retirement factor into your thinking? As you ponder these q