Are You Leading in Innovation?
Today’s leaders are pre-occupied with innovation, and rightfully so. With a rapidly changing landscape, companies who lead in innovation are likely to survive and thrive. Vijay Govindarajan, a leading business school Professor and author developed a simple, yet effective approach to leading innovation. For 35 years, he has used the Three Box Solution framework in working […]
Are You Practicing Patience as a Leader?
The hot days of mid-summer have me thinking about patience. As the temperatures rise ever higher, I’ve been thinking about slowing down—moving less quickly and more deliberately. Maybe it’s the heat, but I’ve noticed that I’m becoming more patient. This week’s Step Up Leader Tip is inspired by David Emerald, author of TED, “The Empowerment […]
Leadership Triggers: Teachers in Disguise?
Triggers. We all have them. None of us are entirely immune. I say “entirely” because there are things we can do to reduce the impact that triggers have on us as leaders. Triggers are events that stimulate our brain into a reaction—often “fight or flight.” The brain checks into the memory banks and looks for […]
Breath and Leadership: Don’t Wait to Exhale
I am a student who is curious about ways to help leaders with more effective performance and joyful living. As such, I’ve been paying a lot of attention to an area with a proven ability to impact both: the breath. Did you know that your state of mind is a direct reflection of your breathing […]
What Gets In the Way Of Your Being Original?
I’ve been thinking a lot about being innovative, creative and original. Fortunately, I’ve recently come across a book with a truly extraordinary perspective on the topic. For life-long learners in leadership, it should be placed near the top of your “must-read” list. The book is titled “Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World” by Adam Grant. […]