Leadership: Decisiveness is Overrated

Leadership: Decisiveness is Overrated

Eric was ready to be promoted out of client services to be COO. He was a good leader with a solid track record, and credibility with the CEO. He was eager for the move yet wanted to make sure he could build credibility with his new team. Many of them had been his...
Overcoming Leaders’ Imposter Syndrome

Overcoming Leaders’ Imposter Syndrome

Every leader I have worked with inevitably has a moment of doubt, what’s called an “imposter syndrome.” The feeling that there must have been some mistake when being hired or promoted. In the 2010 movie The King’s Speech, after it’s clear that the main character...
Leaders: Keep Cool During Office Drama

Leaders: Keep Cool During Office Drama

Have you ever seen this play out in your office? Douglas (Victim) complains to Jennifer that he has been treated unfairly, is a Victim. Jennifer (rescuer) feels badly for him, tries to help out, and makes suggestions. Douglas doesn’t follow Jennifer’s advice, so she...