Mike’s Blog
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Maybe you just need a break
What if all they need is a little break. The same applies for you.
Stop trying to make the perfect decision
Stop trying to make the perfect decision.
Don’t live down to expectations
Through your leadership, remarkable things can happen!
Learning their way to their best
Lower the expectation on delivery, so they can learn as they work.
Your reality is their reality
To fix morale or other problems on your team, start by looking at what is true for you.
When leaders are exhausted by problems
When leaders look after themselves first, they truly are more able to move from problem to problem without losing enthusiasm.
Who is doing all the talking?
What are you missing if you don’t hear from even the quietest voices in the room?
Dare to be wrong
Leading without being an expert is not a threat to your leadership. All you have to do is dare to be wrong, and find out what is right.
Don’t fear their strengths
When you support other’s strengths where you are weak, you increase the likelihood of success.
Who is doing all the talking?
what are you missing if you don’t hear from even the quietest voices in the room?
The paradoxes of leadership
I teach vulnerability is a strength, but don’t get too vulnerable. I urge leaders to take risks but don’t get careless. I champion leaders to push through their fears, but be aware of how far is too much.
When leaders are exhausted by problems
When things are going good, responding is easier. What happens, though, when you continually find yourself responding to problems?
Where are you dropping anchor?
Are you anchoring others in your thoughts, or letting theirs be heard too?
Stop worrying whether you’re getting it right
What if today you’re perfect just the way you are? (Spoiler Alert: You are) And, tomorrow you’ll be just as perfect.
How fast is your life going?
“Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” — Ferris Bueller
Spot your biases for better results
You are human, which means you are biased. Learning to spot your biases is like building muscle. The more you do it, the stronger you’ll get.
Who’s the smartest person in the room
Who’s the smartest person in the room? If you think it’s you, perhaps you’re not leading anymore.
Obligation is an unproductive mindset
Don’t use obligation when asking people to return to the office. Otherwise, you’ll have their presence without their performance.
The journey through challenges
Challenges are simply stepping stones on the path to something great.
The symphony in teamwork
Teamwork is the art of blending diverse perspectives into a symphony of collective brilliance.
Just breath
Sometimes it’s OK just to spend time breathing.
Low knowledge is the perfect time to learn
When knowledge is low, confidence will be high, making it easier to jump in and try things out. All people need is a little coaching from you.
Your most powerful relationship
The most powerful relationship you have is the one you have with yourself. Make sure you look after you.
How do you recharge your creativity?
A little self-care in nature recharges my creativity. What recharges yours?
