Instead of trying to sound "professional," aim to sound real. 

Instead of just "winging it" as you lead your team through its next project or change process, consider leading more deliberately.

What would it look like to honor your word 100% of the time?

If you've ever procrastinated (which we all have at one time or another) then you'll probably recognize this advice as part of the key that got you 'over the hump.'

If you focus on operating in alignment with your values, the results will come in their own time.

Cultivating the discernment to know what to pay attention to when is a leadership achievement.

Here is one of the biggest obstacles for leaders trying to build shared ownership on their teams for greater engagement and collective intelligence.

Team issues can feel like wrestling a big hairy monster with a blindfold on. It can feel emotionally messy, tactically murky, and multi-faceted beyond that. There can be a lot of noise.

Righting this ship, to mix metaphors, will take time.

When we celebrate and acknowledge milestones with our teams, we motivate them, create a sense of accomplishment, and foster a positive and encouraging environment.

By prioritizing one-on-one meetings, you’re not just managing, you’re leading.