Whether you’re just beginning your strategic planning or in the middle of a process, these tips can help you create the best possible plan for your organization: 1. Get ready. Deciding what information you need to make meaningful decisions is the key to an... Read more
When I work with business leaders on their Priority ABC, 1-2-3 List, a frequent question usually is: How do I decide what the three most important things are? It’s a good question because your Priority List is not a typical To-Do list. There’s an important... Read more
A personal leadership statement is an important exercise in self-knowledge that clarifies a leader’s purpose, values, and beliefs about who they are as a leader and how they lead others. The process begins with identifying the core experiences and role models that... Read more
We sometimes tend to think of our success and value as a leader is measured by how late we stay at the office, or how much time we spend outside of work answering emails and reviewing reports. As a result, business leaders often feel stressed and burned out from even... Read more
When I first met the Tierra Village Board of Directors and staff, their hearts were in the right place. Unknowingly however, they were at the threshold of a significant organizational change. The associated challenges were characterized by role confusion, pesonality... Read more
Hiring an executive director is a high stakes proposition for many organizations. When a Board of Directors asks me to conduct an executive search, one of the ways I help them make a good hire is to incorporate activities into the selection of final candidates that... Read more
