[This is the 3rd post of a 3-part series on the steps to becoming a transformational leader.] So far in this series, we’ve learned that leadership transformation is built upon the character and lived through competence. Although strong character combined with strong competence is a powerful combination, it is not enough to be a truly […]

[This is the 2nd post of a 3-part series on the steps to becoming a transformational leader.] Over my three+ decades in business, from managing union mechanics shops to corporate staffs, I’ve learned some painful lessons and made my share of mistakes in recruiting and training leaders. Especially in my role as the Corporate Employment […]

[This is the 1st of a 3-post series on the steps to becoming a transformational leader.] trans-form  n. to change the inner nature; to change the character of trans-for-ma-tion n. the process of being transformed Today’s business literature is awash with the concept of leadership. With 6,330,000 results on a Google search, the concept of transformational […]

On a typical day, you can expect to get caught in the crossfire of interruptions, the unexpected will bubble up, and demands will fall out of the sky at inconvenient times.  Flexicuting will be required. Yes, we invented the word flexicuting because we can’t think of a better way to describe this skill. Events are […]

I’ve known Brad Lomenick for over a decade and have participated in his Catalyst leadership events for almost as long. Helping leaders grow is their stated desire, and it’s one that I fully support. Our growth as leaders is central to our success. It’s also increasingly urgent. The tools of influence are more accessible today […]

Wherever you look, you see problems. You see trends and events that can have significant impacts on your business. You see risks…and you’re not the only one seeing these things, so are all the people in your organization. Now it’s up to you to keep your head on straight and provide the vision and leadership […]