Forget Engagement. Let’s Talk About Alignment.
For decades, engagement surveys have been a staple of corporate life. Companies large and small have relied on them to […]
Control Is the Enemy of Leverage: A Thought Exercise for Founders
For founder-owners and entrepreneurs, the business is personal. You’ve poured time, energy, capital, and identity into building it. You’ve earned
When You’re Calling the Wrong Number (Again): Uncovering Leadership Blind Spots
Years ago, I had a moment that’s stuck with me—not because it was profound at the time, but because (a)
When Alignment Breaks Down…
Alignment doesn’t usually shatter in a single moment. It erodes slowly. New hires come in fresh, eager to contribute. But
From Stress to Superpower: Leading with ADHD
“What do you think, Rick?” Those four words used to make my stomach drop. As a leader, I wanted my
Overcoming Fear of Failing
A recent Harvard Business Review article entitled, “What CEOs Are Afraid Of” outlined the top fears most CEOs and executives
Managers don’t solve problems, they fund solutions
In my first role as a manager, I thought of the manager’s role as that of solving problems my subordinates
We’re NOT a Family
Some time ago, I accepted a turnaround assignment for a small business that had struggled under alternate phases of first,
Want to Accelerate Your Career? Improve Your Alignment.
This is the first in a short series I’m doing on alignment in growth stage organizations which I hope may