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3 Surprising Truths about Big Goals

Leadership Freak

Jim Collins explains the acronym BHAG – big harry audacious goal – in Built to Last. Big goals and weekend jeans have nothing in common. We say stupid things because everyone else says… Continue reading →

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Foxes And Hedgehogs: Which One Are You?

Lead Change Blog

In 2001, I accepted my first official leadership position as a human resources director with one audacious goal – to be and do all the things to serve all the people. Leadership development became my one big thing. These days, I proudly and passionately embrace my leadership hedgehog –- are you doing the same?

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The Best Leadership Books of 2021

Leading Blog

Leadership is about hope. These foundational leadership skills will make all aspiring executives more effective in their roles today and lift the trajectory of their careers. The Power of Pressure : Why Pressure Isn't the Problem, It's the Solution by Dane Jensen (Collins, 2021) What’s the most pressure you’ve ever been under?

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Jim Collins on Bullets before Cannonballs

Leadership Freak

” Jim Collins Weak leaders rely on cannonballs. “Shoot bullets before cannon balls.” Wise leaders shoot bullets first. During difficult times weak leaders look for big solutions, giant leaps, and dramatic success. Wise leaders take small steps before making giant leaps. Shoot bullets: Bullets are miniature cannonballs.

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Jim Collins on Bullets before Cannonballs

Leadership Freak

” Jim Collins Weak leaders rely on cannonballs. “Shoot bullets before cannon balls.” Wise leaders shoot bullets first. During difficult times weak leaders look for big solutions, giant leaps, and dramatic success. Wise leaders take small steps before making giant leaps. Shoot bullets: Bullets are miniature cannonballs.

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Think You’re Wise in Your Own Eyes? 4 Steps to Develop Leadership Humility

Leading with Trust

Yet a number of research studies have shown that humble leaders are more effective at bringing people together, marshaling resources toward a common goal, and accomplishing organizational objectives. So how can we develop humility in our leadership? Viewing yourself as a steward.

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How Will You Still Be Improving on Sept 22?

Lead Change Blog

In the spirit of helping you think about your leadership goals for all of 2019, not just the year’s first day, I created three dates from a random number generator. These are the leadership-related thoughts each date sparked for me and how they can help teams continuously improve. March 9, 2019, will be a Saturday.

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