Executive presence is always the biggest item on the agenda when Fortune 500’s ask me to come aboard and help them develop their leaders. But when I ask them, “What do you mean by executive presence?” they aren’t sure. As the French say, there is...
Have you ever experienced what the kids refer to as a “pocket call,” where your smart phone accidentally gets bumped in the bottom of your purse and redials the last person you spoke to on the phone? Suddenly you’re on speaker phone and you don’t...
Quote: “We don't attract what we want, we attract what we are.” (Anonymous) Are you feeling discouraged by your inability to stand out and command more lucrative fees or higher salaries during this economic downturn? Whether you are a corporate leader or a high-achieving entrepreneur...
Leaders are exceptionally well-versed when it comes to the importance of budgets. You constantly study metrics and benchmarks to control profit margins, revenues, and debt. Nobody has to tell you the critical role that each of those plays in the bottom line. They also don’t...
We hear plenty about the need to capture a greater market share and extend our businesses into fresh demographics. But before you can lead into new territory you first have to become more comfortable working outside your familiar zone. Here are 8 stimulating ideas for...
During an economic downturn, it is easy to get caught up in the entire negative media and get lazy about our work. I know many of you have asked “why should I care about a positive mindset, going the extra mile or looking my best...
People sometimes believe that image consulting is only about visual appearance but that’s not true. Your image encompasses your whole persona and includes how you dress, behave, and speak. Recently I have gotten lots of calls from corporations that have just promoted someone who is...
Scientific research confirms that observing a positive role model causes your brain to construct new neurological maps and pathways. Your mind is actually rewired, allowing you to start strategizing and problem solving in the ways that your role model does. We can actually increase measurable...
Here is a profound idea to ponder at the start of your year: We fear being wildly successful more than we fear failure. For the vast majority of people – including talented and ambitious leaders – the greatest obstacle is not their fear...
You work hard to make team contributions and respect your teammates. But your peer has a “me first” mindset. They steal your thunder, but don’t shoulder their own share of the workload. Even when you try to approach them to talk about it they just...
