On September 22, 2012, a moment took place at a Canadian Football League game that provided a textbook leadership lesson. And it had nothing to do with the game itself. It took place in the locker room of the British Columbia Lions moments after their game against the Edmonton Eskimos. In the late stages of…
3 Common Leadership Mistakes Made by the New Sheriff In Town
You’ve just assumed your post in a new leadership position and your instincts tell you to make your mark, and to make it quickly. You want everyone to know, “There’s a new sheriff in town.” Effective leaders will implement a 90 or 100 day action plan, perhaps to…
4 Risks that Exaggeration Poses to Your Leadership
How many of these statements, or statements like them, have you used; “That was the best (event, class, earnings quarter, meeting) we’ve ever had!” “This promises to be the best (baptism service, board retreat, youth outreach, stockholders meeting) ever!” “There is an unbelievable sense of momentum and excitement building in our (church, company, ministry, club)!”…
How Leaders Know When to Cash-in “Change Chips”
Just before you pull the trigger on that change you want to introduce, ask yourself, “Is this worth cashing in my chips?” Leaders know that they possess a certain number of “change chips”. These chips are made up of credibility, respect, authority, good will and other essential intangible ingredients. Leaders carry these chips around in…
