If you haven’t failed at something in your career, you probably haven’t explored the fullness of your talent. As Nelson Mandela said, “The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” The fear of failure often arises not from...
I worried that I would fall. In fact, I knew that I would fall. And, it was over 60 feet straight down to the hard-packed earth and underbrush below me. On my own, it felt like certain death. Twenty years ago I confronted that challenge in the final section of the...
Before you can lead others, you must manage yourself. You need to keep yourself motivated, create focus, and clear the way for results. Only then, can you credibly and effectively inspire and guide others. 1. Recognize three accomplishments. What’s working? You...
You can trace almost any problem in an organization to a talent problem. In today’s fast-moving environment, it’s too difficult to train people to spot critical challenges and opportunities. You need people who have a nose for what’s important. An entrepreneur brought...
Finding meaningful career opportunities that give us joy can be daunting. Many people avoid exploring what gives them joy because they worry that they won’t be able to realize it. As a result, their work lives are less fulfilling than they could be. I’d like you...
