There’s a “tell” that lets me know when one of my clients is about to experience a breakthrough. It’s when they come on our call and say: “I’ve been thinking…
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The no-resolution approach to change
We’re one week into 2023. Feel any different than 2022? Probably not. If you want things to be different, it’s time to make some changes. And by changes, I don’t…
“There’s too much to get done to be present…”
Yesterday, I was listening to Rich Roll’s podcast interview with author Brad Stulberg, the author of The Practice of Groundedness. The two had an exchange about presence that I couldn’t…
How to get what you want without being a “chest-beater”
As an impact-focused founder, you have a compelling vision of the world you want to create. At the same time, there’s a certain image of what a successful leader looks…
“You are not going to like this…”
As a founder, one of the most important things you can do for your team is create certainty. And 99 times out of 100, no matter how volatile the environment,…
How to maximize the 10X effect of leadership
Check out the camel illusion in this image, one of National Geographic’s 50 Greatest Photographs. If you’re wondering “Where’s the illusion?” take a closer look. What looks like a train…
How top founders always perform at their best
I once had a friend who briefly played baseball in the minor leagues. I saw a few news stories online that talked about his potential, so I was curious why…
How to balance autonomy with accountability
Have you ever lifted a rug and seen a bunch of ants scurry out? One of my CEO clients made a startling discovery like this in her company. Digging into…
Stop trying to motivate your team – do this instead
If you use it right, feedback is the most powerful lever in building your company. But most leaders are missing out on its full potential. They only give negative feedback….
When your brain is saying, “Danger, Will Robinson”
There was a clear theme running through my conversations with clients this week. See if you can guess what it was. 👉🏻 One CEO had hired a new COO. Would…