Some people inspire you to grow. Many inspire you to be nothing like them. Early in my corporate career, I spent hours in meetings that felt like a complete waste of time. Then, I changed my perspective. Instead of sitting there feeling bored, I became an observer. I turned those boardroom … [Read more...] about How to Learn from Bad Bosses: 5 Rules to Build Your Leadership Style
How to Build Executive Presence: 5 Rules of Personal Leadership
Years ago, a new leader joined a team I was part of. He scheduled a 20-minute meeting to introduce himself to me. He spent the entire time talking about his past successes and his resume. He thought he was impressing me. He wasn't.In the corporate world, we are taught to lead with our … [Read more...] about How to Build Executive Presence: 5 Rules of Personal Leadership
How to Get Promoted to the C-Suite: 4 Brutal Truths for Leaders
I started my career as a junior salesperson. Over 20 years, I was promoted 8 times. I reached the C-Suite and led a nine-figure business. Along the way, I learned hard lessons about what truly drives a career forward. Getting promoted requires setting boundaries. It demands making tough … [Read more...] about How to Get Promoted to the C-Suite: 4 Brutal Truths for Leaders
How to Improve Executive Communication: 5 Steps to Understand Your Team
Ask for permission before you speakI want to share a principle that changed my life and can change yours. Seek first to understand, then to be understood, from Stephen Covey.(Note: I have read his book more than 10 times. If you want to dive deeper, you can start here). Our first reflex … [Read more...] about How to Improve Executive Communication: 5 Steps to Understand Your Team
How to Demonstrate Leadership: 4 Actionable Steps for Executives
Years ago, I worked with a senior leader. The board mandated a cost-reduction plan. He gathered the team and asked everyone to cut expenses. A few weeks later, we traveled together for a business trip. He flew first class. The rest of the team sat in economy. His action immediately destroyed … [Read more...] about How to Demonstrate Leadership: 4 Actionable Steps for Executives
