“Who owns this problem?” A leader asks this question frequently. In other words, “whose ultimate responsibility is it to find a solution to this problem?” In the midst of trying to help someone, it can become way too easy for… Read More ›
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Graphic Leadership: Multiple Intelligences
First postulated by Howard Gardner in his 1983 book Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences, the theory is that as opposed to someone being intelligent or not intelligent, people actually have intelligence in differing areas. This poster references… Read More ›
Graphic Leadership: Self-Centered Behaviors
Have you ever hit your thumb with a hammer or stubbed your toe or shut your fingers in a door? Have you noticed that in that moment it’s nearly impossible to think about anyone else’s well being as all of… Read More ›
Graphic Leadership: Do Not Judge
A leader is careful with the admonition “Do Not Judge” realizing that too many times it can be used to excuse clearly non-productive (wrong) behaviors. The leader understands that the phrase “Do Not Judge” is certainly not a call for… Read More ›
Graphic Leadership: Edgy People
The poster says it well Edgy People Are On The Edge. A leader who wants to model healthy behaviors for his/her followers knows that maintaining margin in his/her life is essential. When a leader lives right up to the edge… Read More ›
Graphic Leadership: Expectational Applause
It doesn’t take long for a leader to understand that “one size does not fit all.” This is particularly true when it comes to encouraging followers to achieve higher levels of development. An understanding leader knows their followers well enough… Read More ›
Graphic Leadership: The Origin Of Anger
With rare exception, anger is always a secondary emotion fueled by either fear or hurt. To be sure there are those instances where one is incensed by injustices done in the world to the point of anger or as it’s… Read More ›
Graphic Leadership: A Principle Of Behavior Modification
Treatment of others is more often than not a reflection of how a person treats himself/herself.Without the change of behavior in how a person treats himself/herself, changing the treatment of others has a slim chance of succeeding. A leader understands… Read More ›
Graphic Leadership: A Velvet Covered Brick
My hope is that you’re enjoying this series. However, more than enjoying it, my hope is that you’re being reminded of key concepts essential to effective leadership. I think of a great leader as a velvet-covered brick (i.e. easy to… Read More ›
Graphic Leadership: Languages Of Appreciation
It started out as a book called Love Languages in which the author spoke about the different ways each of us receive praise, receive compliments, receive affirmations. For some, it’s words. You could just tell me, “Good job Dave, it… Read More ›
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