As the pace slows and the days stretch longer, summer offers a perfect window to reflect, recharge, and retool your leadership approach. That’s why we’ve gathered this fresh collection of insights from award-winning leadership thinkers and authors—designed to spark...
Leadership Matters
When the Growing Gets Tough
Think about the learning that contributed most powerfully to your development and who you are today. Consider the experiences that built the expertise you use and value most every day. Reflect on what you’re most proud of mastering during the course of your career or...
Development: A Smart Investment Even When (Especially When) Budgets Are Tight
When times get tough, training and development often top the list of budget cuts. But the data tells a different story. This special report (generated with the support of AI) makes the business case for why development remains one of the highest-impact investments...
Trust Me—The Overlooked Foundation of Career Development
We invest in systems, tools, and training to support employee growth. But what if the real key to development isn’t another program, but something more human and foundational? In my latest Training Industry Magazine column, I explore how trust, specifically the Four...
Life, Leadership and the Ukulele
Several years ago, on a trip to Hawaii, I decided to escape the afternoon sun for a complementary ukulele lesson offered by a local musician, Jason Jerome. About ten hotel guests gathered – from age 8 to 80 – to learn a little about how to play the instrument… and a...
Leadership 2025: Three Priorities You Can’t Ignore in the New Year
As we enter 2025, the dynamics of leadership and organizational success continue to shift under the weight of complex global challenges and transformative trends. Today’s business landscape demands that leaders adopt bold strategies to navigate uncertainty, engage...
Is Development Feeling Heavy? Try Lighter Lift Learning
Effort, not just time, is often the biggest hurdle when it comes to professional development. In today’s fast-paced work environment, both leaders and employees can feel overwhelmed by the thought of adding more to their plates. But what if development didn’t have to...
August 2024 Leadership Development Carnival
As a former teacher, August is always a reminder to turn my attention to matters of learning. So, I’m delighted to host this month’s Leadership Development Carnival featuring the wisdom of 25 friends and thought leaders. Here you’ll find rich resources and insightful...
Symbolic Leadership: What Do You Stand For … or Where Do You Sit?
“Symbols can be so beautiful, sometimes.” ~ Kurt Vonnegut, “Breakfast of Champions” Sandra described the past week of headaches associated with a systems conversion that took place in the call center in which she works as a customer service representative. She...
Cultivate Coachability with these 5 Mindsets
The frustration was palpable within a group of leaders with whom I recently worked. They were in a tough spot. Competition was emerging from unexpected sources. Revenue was not tracking to meet expectations. The organization was responding with significant structural...