Why Are Some Leaders Failing - 2

Why Are Some Leaders Failing?

“The tragedy of life is often not in our failure, but rather in our complacency; not in our doing too much, but rather in our doing too little; not in our living above our ability, but rather in our living below our capacities.”  ~ Benjamin E. Mays   A few years ago, I wrote a…

Effective Communication: A 1000 Words Doesn't Paint A Picture?

Ineffective Communication: When 1000 Words Doesn’t Paint A Picture?

“Communication is a skill that you can learn. It’s like riding a bicycle or typing. If you’re willing to work at it, you can rapidly improve the quality of every part of your life.”  ~ Brian Tracy   In almost every conversation I have with clients when I ask them the biggest challenge facing their…

What Happens When HQ is Disconnected From the Field?

What Happens When Corporate HQ is Disconnected From the Field?

“The disconnection between corporate and those in the field, is and has been one of the major causes of self-inflicted problems in the business world today!”  ~ Joe Contrera   Over the years I have had the opportunity to work for organizations who have multiple locations all over the world and a centrally located corporate…

Leadership Are you Avoiding Conflict

Leadership: Are you Avoiding Conflict?

“If you are in a leadership position, any you avoid conflict, speaking the truth (facts), or giving feedback, you might want to consider a different position!”  ~Joe Contrera   For more than two decades I have had the privilege of helping leaders develop their leadership and coaching skills. And yet…I am still amazed at the…

THE LAW OF UNINTENDED CONSEQUENCES

The Law of Unintended Consequences

“Without reflection, we go blindly on our way, creating more unintended consequences, and failing to achieve anything useful.” ~ Margaret J. Wheatley The Law of Unintended Consequences A short time ago I was working with a team of senior leaders. We were discussing the overall purpose of the organization and the bottom-line goal that was driving…