You see the announcement in your inbox: a colleague just got the promotion you wanted. Or you're scrolling through LinkedIn and see someone celebrating a win that feels miles ahead of where you are. What's the first thought that surfaces? For many of us, it’s a two-word phrase that feels … [Read more...] about How to Stop Comparing Yourself at Work (And 7 Questions to Ask Instead)
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5 Signs of Executive Potential to Look for in Your Team
You're not getting promoted because you haven't built your replacement. The #1 hidden blocker to your C-Suite path isn't your performance. It's your inability to identify and develop future executives. Most leaders accumulate their best talent, thinking it makes them indispensable. Elite … [Read more...] about 5 Signs of Executive Potential to Look for in Your Team
12 Best Business Books to Read for a Career Breakthrough
Books are by far my best learning tool. They don't cost much. And every book has the potential to create an impact in my life. I've read over 400 books, and these 12 have had influenced my life. That's not even true. More books have changed me, but often I don't remember them. A … [Read more...] about 12 Best Business Books to Read for a Career Breakthrough
How to Improve Leadership Skills: A 5-Step Plan for Real-World Practice
A month ago, I started practicing jujitsu. It's an art that has always appealed to me. I am amazed by the richness and depth of this discipline. Being an obsessive learner, I started an online course alongside my classes. Submeta is a platform dedicated to learning jujitsu. (We live in an … [Read more...] about How to Improve Leadership Skills: A 5-Step Plan for Real-World Practice
A Leader’s Guide to Building Psychological Safety with 4 Simple Phrases
Forget the "company culture" posters on the wall. Your culture is defined by the uncomfortable phrases you're willing to say. We talk about "culture" with posters on the wall. But most of us show up for work wearing a full suit of armor. We try to project perfection, hoping to look … [Read more...] about A Leader’s Guide to Building Psychological Safety with 4 Simple Phrases
