Jul 24, 2010 | Uncategorized
In your firm there are partners and managers who do things that irritate you, grate on you and otherwise make life unpleasant for you. They make promises they don’t keep. They agree to do things they don’t do. They don’t communicate with you or others. Their quality...
Jul 15, 2010 | Uncategorized
I’ve been intrigued by the responses of people in reaction to LeBron James’ announcement to join the Miami Heat, especially those in Cleveland. It provides a great opportunity to demonstrate true leadership. It’s easy to be a leader when things are going well. But...
Apr 10, 2010 | Uncategorized
When I ask professionals what makes them successful, they almost always refer to their technical expertise. Their education, experience and continued training have positioned them to be experts in their fields, at least enough so as to distinguish themselves from...
Mar 14, 2010 | Uncategorized
As a professional, one of your most valuable assets is your reputation—how others perceive you. While it may appear a bit soft compared to the hard evidence of your technical capabilities, it is just as important. In fact, maybe more so, because people will do...
Feb 1, 2010 | Uncategorized
At the New Year, people make their annual New Year’s Resolutions that are almost always never kept. The more seasoned (jaded?) people have learned that resolutions are futile because they know they won’t keep them and in the end, feel guilty for failing....
Jan 18, 2010 | Uncategorized
Leaders Have One Have you heard this: “Say thanks? For what? It’s what they get paid for! And they barely earn that.” Worse…have you actually said it? I’m sure you’re not one of them, but there are some professionals who think they are the only ones who work in their...
