Professionalism is not just a trait; it's an art form that can dramatically elevate both individual and organizational success. At Giant Leap Consulting, we offer an entire professionalism workshop that highlights the following 7 characteristics. These key areas are...
Do you care about me? This is what most people want to know when they work for you. They may not say it directly, but it is the core question that defines the relationship between you and the people you lead. When people believe the answer is “yes,” they will be more...
Hey, GLC followers! A big month for Bill and me as our book, The Leadership Killer: Reclaiming Humility in an Age of Arrogance, was officially released on October 30th. The book launch team did an outstanding job and the process has been fun to watch! I recently...
It’s not often that you hear someone express gratitude for a kick in the ass. If you’re a leader just starting out, or someone who has made a career of leading others, you may be in need of a swift one. As you begin to heal from the sting, and your ego returns to its...
Happy October GLC Readers! It’s a big month for Bill and me, as our book The Leadership Killer: Reclaiming Humility in an Age of Arrogance, will be officially released on October 30th! I can’t wait for you to read it, because it highlights hubris (aka BIG EGO) as...
When Chip R. Bell offered to write a guest blog for John and me, I said, "heck, yeah!" Chip’s a great friend and fellow high-flying road warrior. He's also the author of more than 20 books. Incidentally, he’s also a Ph.D., and a decorated Vietnam vet. As one of the...
Leadership is one of the most widely studied subjects there is. Yet, despite the umpteen thousands of books and an endless stream of blogs, podcasts, and seminars on the subject, too many leaders still miss the central point of leadership: bettering the lives of those...
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