Leadership

Strong writing skills are paramount. You don’t want to confuse people when you try to break down a difficult topic. On the flip side, employees will appreciate how you simplified the issue and, in doing so, valued their time and attention. Read More

“When I think about the qualities I admire most in leaders, three words come to mind. They are responsibility, accountability, and decisiveness.” … Read More

Here are eight ways leaders can unplug from digital distractions, use it to grow their level of influence and teach employees how to disconnect from technology and plug into conversations that matter. Read More

Do leaders need to be an introvert, an extrovert, or something else entirely? It really boils down to one thing. The most important quality is conviction. Read More

Your employee says they’re leaving the company for a new job, and you know what you have to do: An exit interview. But don’t all amicable ones feel the same? Managers, here’s how to run exit interviews that stand out. Read More

Guests on Business Insider’s podcast “Success! How I Did It” run everything from Vimeo to Planned Parenthood to NASA, and consider these lessons hugely important. Read More

Remember that you were hired because of your talents and abilities. Just because you’re feeling underwhelmed doesn’t change that. Always carry yourself with regality and confidence — like the lion, no matter how much you may feel like a goat. Read More

I recommend the following books as a starting point for anyone who wants to dive deep into the projects. They are based on four of the most significant management projects in U.S. history: the Apollo program, the Manhattan Project, the Panama Canal, and the Transcontinental Railroad. Read More

Here are the Top 10 habits I’ve developed over the last 33 years after studying entrepreneurs, executives from Fortune 1000 companies and my own personal experiences. Read More