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How to Become Your Spouse’s Best Friend
3 Straightforward Steps to a Relationship that Lasts
Nothing will undermine your effectiveness as a leader faster than a bad marriage. Your marriage is a living example of what it is like to be in a close relationship with you.
Dial Back the Crazy by Spring Cleaning Your Calendar
4 Steps to Reclaim Your Schedule Today
It’s that time of year, right? Spring cleaning. It’s an annual tradition that goes back forever. And most of us get a piece of the action. Seven in ten Americans participate every year. I’ve seen dozens of spring cleaning checklists, tips, and shortcuts. But there’s one thing most of these lists miss, and it’s usually […]
The Big 5 Financial Reports Every Leader Needs
All You Need to See Through the Fog and Reach Your Destination
As leaders, we’re often forced to pilot despite low visibility. But when it comes to finances, nothing is more dangerous than flying blind. I can’t tell you how many accountants and bookkeepers I’ve interviewed who thought quarterly statements were enough to run a business. That’s nuts! Some of us know this from experience, but if […]
3 Ways Disrespect Poisons the Presidential Race
We Deserve Better from Our Potential Leaders
If there’s one thing that stands out in the ongoing presidential election, it’s the sheer nastiness. As a leader, I wouldn’t hire any of the present candidates for my business. I wouldn’t want to work for any of them either. My rejection comes down to one of the flashing neon features of this election: disrespect.
How to Develop Confidence as a Leader
3 Truths You Can Use to Kick Fear to the Curb
As people, we sometimes find ourselves in situations that leave us feeling uncomfortable and uneasy. As leaders, that’s pretty much a constant. You know what I’m talking about. It could be something positive—maybe speaking to a large crowd, launching a new product, or re-upping an important client. Alternatively, it could be something negative—a confrontational meeting, […]