Sat.Dec 11, 2010 - Fri.Dec 17, 2010

Terry Starbucker

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Rule #1: Human First, Then Leader

Terry Starbucker

As soon as we are labeled as a “leader&# , especially one in the executive suite, there is a very strong tendency to put ourselves on a pedestal. After all, we are on a higher rung on the ladder, right? If we’re not careful, this “higher level&# thinking can also have an effect on how we interact with our teammates. Suddenly, we’re more aloof, more reserved. “I’m the boss now – I cannot ‘mix it up’ as much with the team.

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