July 2018
Great Leaders Are Confident, Connected, Committed, and Courageous
Most of us are great at only one of the four. Maybe two. But to be a powerful presence — to inspire action — you need to excel at all four..
Your Organization Is a Network of Conversations
Leaders should realize that companies are fundamentally linguistic entities.
4 Ways to Create a Learning Culture on Your Team
The single biggest driver of business impact is the strength of an organization’s learning culture.
Coaching Infrastructure: The Building Block of Impactful Programs
Most organizations fail to create the kind of coaching infrastructure they need to support their coaching programs.
Unleashing the Power of Small, Independent Teams
Small, independent teams are the lifeblood of the agile organization. Top executives can unleash them by driving ambition, removing red ta..
Hiring the Right People with Behavior-Based Interviewing
When asked the secret of her cooking, the renowned chef Alice Waters liked to say: “Always start with the right ingredients.”
Is Your Company Afraid of Going Agile?
How can leaders identify and address the behavioral risks that accompany becoming an agile organization? Thoroughly and regularly address ..
Elements of a Successful Government Transformation
Five essential disciplines can more than triple the success rate of public-sector change efforts.
When Your Team’s Path Forward Isn’t Clear, Carve It
Disagreement can make solutions to our most difficult problems hard to see. But with practical tools and a shift in mind-set, diverse grou..
What Not to Do When You’re Trying to Motivate Your Team
79% of employees who quit their jobs cite a lack of appreciation as a key reason, and only 21% agree their performance is managed in a way..