Can an Everyday Joe/Jane Become a Great Leader?

Can an Everyday Joe/Jane Become a Great Leader?

Is a leader born or made? Yes.  Becoming a great leader means getting in touch with your human frailties as well as your strengths.  It means breakdowns and breakthroughs. Breakdowns can and often do lead to breakthroughs. First you have to face the tiger. To use...

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The Imposter Syndrome is an Imposter!

The Imposter Syndrome is an Imposter!

Let’s say you imagine yourself in a leadership role, and IMMEDIATELY your mind says back to you, “Who, YOU?” Acknowledge how much power your mind has! It gets your spoon to your mouth reliably, it keeps you in your office chair while simultaneously saying, “take a...

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The Online Gift that Keeps Giving

The Online Gift that Keeps Giving

LinkedIn is a friendly environment within which I find my inspiration and community by keeping up with people’s activities.  It keeps me feeling in touch and grateful even with COVID.  I’m often amazed at the good works and contribution people find to do from their...

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A Chicken/Egg Leadership Recipe

A Chicken/Egg Leadership Recipe

Question: Which Should Come First, Being or Doing? Answer: Being. A leader’s greatest potential to contribute [to people they lead and their outcomes] is granted by followers who perceive a leader as “BEING leader.” Unlike the title “manager,” the title “Leader” is...

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