As leaders, we must remain humble. If we don’t, we risk large-scale, public failures that will have a catastrophic, negative impact on the people we are trying to lead.
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Their Success Doesn’t Threaten Ours
Why Competition Isn't Always Good
Competition is good. Except when it isn’t. It’s good for board games and sports fields. But it can feel different when it comes to our most important work. Navigating the delicate art of comparison and unhealthy competition does not come naturally to me. I’ve wrestled through this. I’ve lost. I’ve won. And I’ve found it […]
Why Some Organizations Succeed While Others Fail
In this 10-minute interview, I talk to bestselling author Jim Collins about his most recent book, How the Mighty Fall. He share important facts about why some organizations succeed while others fail.
Five Ways Leaders Can Avoid the Pitfall of Pride
Be careful with pride. It can bury itself in your subconscious and sabotage you. It will permeate your thoughts, words, and actions. Without intending, you will come across as arrogant, conceited, and selfish. These are not qualities that endear people to you. Consider these five principles to maintain your humility.