3 Important Rules of a Game Changer
It could be said that Michael Jordan changed the game of basketball. Steve Jobs changed the game of cell phones. There are many more examples of game changers, like the Wright Brothers or Thomas Edison. In the case of the Wright Brothers, they pursued a goal in the face of being ridiculed by the masses. […]
Why Do Cannibals Lead the Pack?
When your company is doing well,that is the time to orchestrate transformation. These are the immortal words from a former CEO of a Fortune 500. However, too often, CEOs are so focused on maximizing profits from existing revenue streams. As a result, when a competitor introduces a disruptive product or service, the incumbent is not […]
To Build or Not to Build: That Is the Question
From the perspective of business executives, there are two ways to grow an enterprise: build or buy. They ask whether it is appropriate to build a new business idea, product or service from scratch. Or should the company buy an existing corporation that already provides the desired product or service? The answer to that question: […]
What Differentiates Leadership from Management?
Most of what is taught in business school has a focus on steady, incremental improvement. I don’t want to throw that out. I do, however, suggest that businesses can create quantum leaps. And the difference between the two processes is what defines leadership. So, where do I start? I ask: What’s the difference between a […]
How Do You Know If You Are Living Your Purpose?
As a society, we continuously contemplate the meaning of life. In trying to define the reason for being, we attempt to understand the purpose of our own lives. That said, how do you know your purpose? Some believe that purpose can be derived from chasing a passion. Oftentimes, people equate passion with activities they enjoy […]
Are Your Decisions Influenced by Things You Don’t Know You Don’t Know?
When I first meet with a client, I tell them something profound. Within the first 20 minutes of that meeting, I tell them they are still making decisions as a five year old. In every single case, they tell me that that does not apply to them. Over the next 90 minutes, they say something […]
What’s the Best Path to the C-Suite?
For many, the job of the CEO looks like hard work. On the surface, observers see high responsibility, long hours and the weight of the company on the shoulders of a CEO. When you peel off the layers and look closer, you see the keys to move up the corporate ladder have more to […]
Here’s Why Most Don’t Make It to the C-Suite
The path to the C-Suite is not for everyone. That is where people with titles like CEO, CFO, COO, CIO, etc. work and serve as the leadership team in an organization. For those who make it, it can represent the quintessential career path of success. To get there, it may require one to be well […]
Can You Have a Breakthrough Without Breakdowns?
A breakthrough can be a wonderful milestone in anyone’s personal life. Or it can be a pivotal moment for a business. As children, we accomplished several breakthroughs by age five. While those were monumental times, they were not walks in the park. Before we took our first step, we fell countless times. When we attempted […]
Are You Having Bad Meetings?
Too often, you hear employees complain about the amount of meetings they attend. In some cases, they say there was no need for the meeting. In others, you hear the meeting could have been accomplished through emails. One of the worst outcomes of a meeting is the meeting after the meeting. Those can turn into […]