Leading Beyond Ego II
Last week, Steve & Jim explored how “ego” is the #1 obstacle to success and satisfaction in the workplace. This week: what …
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Leading Beyond Ego
Ego. As in “his enormous ego” or “her fragile ego.” As in, “She’s a control freak” or “I’m afraid to talk to …
B.S. Incorporated
The hilarious debut novel by Jennifer Rock and Michael Voss, “B.S. Incorporated” skewers American corporate life and the evil consultants companies hire. …
Go Team! The Power of Shared Vision II
Ever been part of a great team? Where you voluntarily defer your own desires for something larger than you – and the …
Go Team! The Power of Shared Vision I
Above all, it’s teamwork that determines success in the complex workplace and marketplace of the 21st Century. And although Jim can’t stand …
Two Guys Who Don’t Want to Be Sexist
Talking gender in the workplace can be a “third rail.” Do men have anything to contribute to women who want to maximize …
Do Your Work Relationships Have Backbone?
We EXPECT our leaders to be supportive – compassionate, understanding, great listeners. But we don’t often expect leaders to effectively CHALLENGE others …
The Power of Silence
How much silence can you tolerate? You’re in a 1-on-1 with a coworker – what percentage of the time spent together is …
The Culture Monster & The Culture Warrior
Is it okay to tell the truth to your boss? How does your team behave with each other? Do employees get away with …
The Culture Monster: What To Do About It – Part 1
Your workplace culture is like tree roots. Can’t see them, so you forget they determine the success or failure of the tree. …