With so many issues vying for your attention, having a way to think about how you spend your time and energy is essential. I’m sharing the following story about how I have come to understand the issue of homelessness with the hope that it will give you a new lens with which to see problems in your own life. While participating in a leadership development program over a decade ago, I had the opportunity to tour a homeless shelter and help make breakfast for 40 men. During the

The uncertainty brought on by difficult experiences triggers fear in our brains. From an evolutionary perspective, this has helped our species survive. However, in modern times, the fear can lead to anxiety, panic, and poor decision making. Leading in difficult times requires leaders to have high self-awareness, regulate their emotions, and monitor their reactions. A leader’s behavior in these high-stakes situations can determine the fate of their organization. When others ar

In the last few years more students than ever have asked me some version of the following question: “How do I ask good questions?” They...

I took up golf in my early twenties. My step-father purchased a set of clubs for me, took me to his favorite course, and gave me a few pointers. Like most people, I was pretty bad when I started. My drive rarely landed in the fairway and my putting game was weak. However, after a month of regular play, my score dropped considerably. Then I plateaued. I just couldn’t seem to get any better. In the process, I learned an important lesson that applies to many skills: Without the

Leaders motivate the actions of others. Parenting isn’t much different. In both roles we want to give those looking to us for guidance...

A leader’s ability to be authentic and to connect with others plays an increasingly important role in how they are perceived. Leaders...