

First, Ask the Primary Question
To lead or manage others, you must know what you want LEADING AND MANAGING are necessary functions for the success of any group endeavor....


Match Leadership Style to the Situation
One go-to approach is not adequate for differing challenges LEADERSHIP IS HIGHLY situational. Success is usually determined by matching...


Toward Productive Perseverance
Leading your team to function well through a long-term challenge [Download FREE PDF version]: Li #201 "Toward Productive Perseverance"...


The Mind of a Mature Manager
Leaders sometimes need a reality check regarding human nature EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP REQUIRES a clear understanding and acceptance of the...


Toward Better Decision-Making
How you can increase creative thinking and problem-solving (Thinking Grey, Part 3) EXPANDING YOUR ABILITY to think in different ways can...


Leadership Lessons from General Grant
U. S. Grant demonstrated traits valuable for any leadership role [Download free PDF version]: Li #206 "Leadership Lessons from General...


Managing with Calm Confidence
Anger is counterproductive in holding people accountable [Download free PDF version]: Li #204 Managing with Calm Confidence HOLDING...


Don't Ignore the Hot Light
Business disasters usually come with clear prior warnings [Download PDF version]: Li #199 Don't Ignore the Hot Light SIGNS OF IMPENDING...


Persistence Pays Off
Leveraging relentless small actions can yield great results [Download PDF version]: Li #198 Persistence Pays Off WE ARE A few weeks into...


Diversity Is Not Enough
Without unity, diversity devolves into chaos [Download PDF version]: Li #193 Diversity Is Not Enough DIVERSITY IN THE workplace is a very...