Terry Starbucker

DECEMBER 22, 2013

In fact, that’s the very definition of “lead” Show the way. Lastly, we are always looking for validation, encouragement, and inspiration from someone – a person that can literally help show us the way down the path. That’s a leader.

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Terry Starbucker

APRIL 3, 2014

In fact, check this statement out from the definition posting (my bolding added): “The semantic history of nice is quite varied, as the etymology and the obsolete senses attest, and any attempt to insist on only one of its present senses as correct will not be in keeping with the facts of actual usage.

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Terry Starbucker

MAY 18, 2011

When I was in the cable business as an SVP of Operations, I oversaw over 1,100 employees- not a “small&# company by too many definitions (unless you are in the Fortune 500).

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Terry Starbucker

MARCH 4, 2012

Because, after all, the very definition of “lead” begins with “ show the way “ It can be time consuming. It was quite an embarrassing moment for me, and little did I know it would bring me a leadership lesson I would never forget: the importance of leaders as teachers, instead of tellers. It can be frustrating.

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Terry Starbucker

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Indeed my fellow leaders, it’s that time again to ready ourselves to embody the very definition of “lead”, and show the way. There’s nothing better than kicking a new year off with the wind at your back and a core set of resolutions to guide you to greatness.

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Terry Starbucker

DECEMBER 4, 2011

The ones that truly inspire, and exemplify the very definition of “lead’ – showing the way. “To be really great in the little things, to be truly noble and heroic in the insipid details of everyday life, is a virtue so rare as to be worthy of canonization” – Harriet Beecher Stowe.

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Terry Starbucker

NOVEMBER 6, 2016

But we must be careful not to morph what we believe is “teaching” into just simply “telling” Because, after all, the very definition of “lead” begins with “ show the way “. Hitting a metric just doesn’t do the same thing. It can be time consuming. It can be frustrating.

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Terry Starbucker

JANUARY 2, 2012

Because most of it was actually done by somebody else. You “showed them the way” (the definition of a leader), and hooray, they got there. But there’s a catch to this if you are a leader on the road to greatness. You shouldn’t take the credit. They deserve the credit. Yes, you played a major role.

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Terry Starbucker

SEPTEMBER 16, 2012

I shared them once before back in 2006 , and here they are again, still relevant as ever: Common Sense – The definition says it all: “ Sound judgment not based on specialized knowledge ”. It’s been an innate ‘logic barometer’ that has guided me from situation to situation, and has counseled me from decision to decision.

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Terry Starbucker

MARCH 20, 2011

It involves the essence of good leadership – in fact, it’s inspired by the very definition of the word “leader&# : Showing The Way. It’s the process of: Connecting the goals with the values of the business. Distilling that connection into a simple message.

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Terry Starbucker

JANUARY 19, 2014

It doesn’t have to be pretty – it just needs to be relatable and human, a story that in effect, leads in and of itself – since the very definition of “lead” is “show the way” I want to show the way to More Human leadership through this book. We need to see the leaders get made.

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Terry Starbucker

MARCH 27, 2014

The easiest way to make the distinction is just open a dictionary and read the definitions of “manage” and “lead” Which person do you want to be? If you lose that vital contact with what’s “ really going on out there “, your ability to make good decisions will be severely compromised.

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Terry Starbucker

JANUARY 25, 2015

Because HOW you handle that moment will leave a lasting and definitive mark on those you lead. It happens to every leader at one time or another – a time when our mettle is tested in a high stress and high stakes environment, when something goes very very badly. Are you ready for your leadership moment of truth?

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Terry Starbucker

JUNE 17, 2012

I left the stage to loud boos – they definitely weren’t buying what I was selling. I then launched into my “pitch”, and it was disjointed, meandering, ineffective – and probably not even heard. It was so embarrassing. At that point I thought my career was over.

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Terry Starbucker

JULY 5, 2015

As the definition says, it’s “ A quality or attribute that is difficult to describe or express”. I then awarded the t-shirt to someone who had fit my definition of above and beyond– in other words, someone who had given us More Cowbell. Literally translated, it means “ I don’t know what “.

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Terry Starbucker

JULY 23, 2018

Because, after all, the very definition of “lead” begins with “show the way“. And better still, it got the “absorption” I was looking for. Principle #4: Finding And Teaching More Human Leaders. We now had a flag to rally around – which meant, for me, it was time to teach. It can be time consuming. It can be frustrating.

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Terry Starbucker

JULY 16, 2017

The easiest way to make the distinction is just open a dictionary and read the definitions of “manage” and “lead”. If you lose that vital contact with what’s “ really going on out there “, your ability to make good decisions will be severely compromised. Leading vs. Managing – This is the big one- the ultimate battle.

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Terry Starbucker

MAY 21, 2017

After watching these conversations unfold as I finished my Milagros latte and waited for the techs to arrive, I definitely left any trace of a NY state of mind behind (apologies to Billy Joel). And there, another value popped to the surface.

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Terry Starbucker

MAY 4, 2011

I had my leadership epiphany reading a dictionary. Yep, a good old Webster’s Dictionary. I used to have a bound version at my side at all times – back before the Internet and Google. I loved to look up words I didn’t know.

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Terry Starbucker

NOVEMBER 3, 2013

The short version of this definition is commonly known as “everybody on the same page” I’ve heard that line again and again during my career, but more often in the form of a lament. “Why isn’t everyone on the same page?????

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Terry Starbucker

OCTOBER 10, 2010

We need a good operational definition of charisma. Eduard, I agree with you – there needs to be a more “operational&# definition of charisma. Carlos Saldivia October 11, 2010 at 12:35 pm ABSOLUTELY NOT! Real charisma is god given–100% of it.Don’t confuse “polish&# for charisma.No

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Terry Starbucker

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

I like #1–but I expand the definition of the “yes reflex&# beyond over committing yourself to unwanted tasks. -Craig Lorraine March 1, 2010 at 3:51 pm This post is a terrific antidote to the “I-can-do-it-all-in-just-7-Simple-Steps-or a-Game-Changing-Challenge&# multitasking myth.

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Terry Starbucker

AUGUST 28, 2011

Leaders are a lot like lions in this way, by nature of the primary definition of “lead&# – showing the way. Leaders of the pack. The kings of the savanna. He didn’t have to go though all that trouble to prove himself.

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Terry Starbucker

JANUARY 3, 2010

Lee mark yates January 4, 2010 at 2:14 pm Thanks for the post Terry, I definitely think from a leadership point of you practicing Patience, Tolerance & Engagement are definitely some of the most important attributes. No need making the same mistakes over again and there’s always room to grow. Thanks for sharing.

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Terry Starbucker

JULY 29, 2018

The short version of this definition is commonly known as “everybody on the same page”. There are also subsets of separate goals and objectives for each functional area and/or division of the organization, but they all funnel nicely up to (and serve the purpose of) the high level ones. Why isn’t everyone on the same page?????”.

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Terry Starbucker

NOVEMBER 21, 2010

But as this element of the definition points out, there’s a lot more to it than that. How we assess this “proper value&# is critical – in people, in policy, and in process. It’s a real test of a leader’s judgment. “ clear perception or recognition, esp.

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Terry Starbucker

JULY 15, 2010

In fact, check this statement out from the definition posting: “The semantic history of nice is quite varied, as the etymology and the obsolete senses attest, and any attempt to insist on only one of its present senses as correct will not be in keeping with the facts of actual usage.

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Terry Starbucker

MAY 31, 2010

Great definition of the best context around “You did a great job&# Terry! In fact, I seldom offer praise for exceptional performance anywhere except in a team meeting. And, to the point of immediacy, I will call an impromptu meeting if necessary to get the praise out in a timely manner. I think that it is also important to be specific.

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Terry Starbucker

MARCH 21, 2010

Steve Bell March 24, 2010 at 10:42 am Most definitely a pocket aide. I wish I could have the openness to apply them into my life. I think I will make up quite a few copies and pass along to those as gifts! The first one, is a gift to myself. Wally Bock March 24, 2010 at 5:24 pm Congratulations!

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Terry Starbucker

NOVEMBER 28, 2010

I’m not sure if 10-1=12, but I definitely agree that 10-1 problem is every bit as good as 10! They called it “addition by subtraction.&# Maybe better. Mike Wagner November 29, 2010 at 9:27 pm @Karen – I once heard someone say, “Baseball isl like church, many attend but few understand.&#

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Terry Starbucker

JUNE 6, 2010

Andrew Silberman June 8, 2010 at 9:08 am Definitely want to use this checklist on our upcoming company mid-June Advance. It made me realize that I’ve let the many changes that this year has brought to my company and my team distract me from the key foundational work I should be doing. I’ll be working to get back on track ASAP.

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Terry Starbucker

AUGUST 5, 2018

This was an almost identical outcome to my first career experience when it came to the traditional definition of success – but this time, there was no discomfort. And as that happened, and as I made the rounds with those 1,100 people one more time before the sale was final, I realized that I had fulfilled my desire. There was no emptiness.

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Terry Starbucker

MAY 27, 2010

I think it’s definitely important to write down your goals somewhere so you have an idea of where you are going. If we direct our thoughts towards something and take the actions necessary to get there, we will always move toward our goal, but it starts off with knowing where are destination is in the first place.

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Terry Starbucker

NOVEMBER 22, 2009

Ask yourself that question every time someone mentions it, realize the two of you likely have different definitions, and you’ll feel much better. sometimes I think social media people take it all too seriously. off to find Doris Day on YouTube! Ari Herzog November 23, 2009 at 10:12 am What is social media?

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Terry Starbucker

JUNE 17, 2010

Great post, will definitely keep you on my blogroll! Now that I’m back home I want to keep this up. Caroline June 21, 2010 at 12:00 pm I love when people connect real life scenarios and ideas to leadership, which can be so abstract.

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Terry Starbucker

FEBRUARY 8, 2010

Simon’s book is brilliant, and definitely worth checking out. The question of Why is a crucial one, and yet it disappointingly is missed in many businesses today. If you haven’t read it yet, Simon Sinek wrote a book on the subject. I wrote an article on the book here, should you be looking for a starting point: bit.ly/55hJZi

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Terry Starbucker

APRIL 4, 2010

While I didn’t have a cool name for the phenomenon, I definitely experienced it and came to the realization that consistent communication could quickly allay concerns. I’ve been on both sides of the Tarmac Syndrome and learned these lessons the hard way as a leader.

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