Facing something new can be daunting, but by acknowledging past experiences, tying initiatives to strategic outcomes, and narrowing risks, you can pave the way for success.

Read more in my latest for Forbes:

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Building trust across borders is tough, but essential for success. Discover three strategies in my Harvard Business Review article to navigate this challenge effectively and strengthen trust with colleagues and partners around the world.

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#leadership #global #trust

The Purpose Summit kicks off today!

Spotlighting our team members isn't just about celebrating achievements; it's about fostering future leaders.

Watch my clip from last year where I challenge us to unleash untapped potential within our ranks.

#PurposeSummit #leadership

In this clip, I reflect on wisdom from my mentor and the importance of embracing mistakes for growth on the Real Life Real Leaders Podcast with Dave Komar.

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#leadership #growth #resilience

Exciting news! My recent article with Dina Denham Smith got featured by Harvard Business Review as yesterday's Management Tip of the Day!

Explore more strategies for handling blame from your team in the full article here:

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#leadership #management

Did you know? Between 50-70% of executives fail within 18 months of their appointment.

In my Harvard Business Review article, discover the four key 'derailers' that distort reality for new executives, and how successful leaders can overcome them.

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Exciting news! Join the waitlist for David Lancefield's new course, 'Leading High-Stakes Meetings' from Strategy Shift! With 6 live workshops and invaluable resources, it's your key to mastering pivotal moments. Don't miss out!

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If you don't have people around you who comfortably and routinely offer differing views without fear of retribution or estrangement, you're in trouble - it means there is critical information you aren't getting.

#leadership #PsychologicalSafety #decisions #culture

As a leader, if your standards are too high, you may be doing more damage than good.

I give some things you can do in this Harvard Business Review article so you can use your discontent for the good of those you lead.

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#leadership #expectations #teams

Only a few weeks until The Purpose Summit 2024 in Charlotte, NC!

Don't miss the chance to learn from fellow purpose-driven leaders and build better relationships, leaders, and organizations together.

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#PurposeSummit #BetterTogether

Spotting toxic leaders is easy; recognizing well-meaning leaders unintentionally harming their teams is harder.

In this Harvard Business Review article, Nihar Chhaya shares five common ways you may inadvertently hurt your despite your best intentions.

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No matter the circumstances, your team may hold you accountable for their discontent, even if it's out of your hands.

In our Harvard Business Review article, Dina Denham Smith and I share strategies to manage this challenge while preserving relationships.

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We don't ever form outside of the context of relationships, but you have to have the vulnerability to admit where you need help.

#leadership #strength #growth #courage

Revolutionaries leading complex change come in all shapes and sizes, but they share key traits.

Dive into part 2 of my Navalent blog to uncover the 5 essential traits for successful change leadership.

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#leadership #OrganizationalBehavior #change

In this piece for Fast Company, I’m over-the-moon happy to join my friend, the inimitable Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, to explore the natural temptation to fake leadership, and ultimately, why it doesn’t work, and what you can do instead.

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#leadership #culture

While leaders can't control everything in employees' lives, becoming a mental health ally is crucial for a healthy work environment.

In my article for Forbes I outline steps leaders can take to support mental health: zurl.co/KRun

#leadership #MentalHealth

If you are working with wildly varied feedback with respect to someone you're coaching, this lesson from my latest LinkedIn Learning Course gives a few ways to approach the challenge.

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#leadership #strategy #feedback #coaching

When organizations are badly broken, when the whole is less than the sum of the parts, leaders need courage and conviction to turn the pieces whole again.

Interestingly, the word integrity stems from means 'a state of being whole and undivided.'

#leadership #courage

Daniel Kahneman passed away at 90 last week. Years ago, I had the privilege of interviewing him after his book came out. He was incredibly gracious and kind to me.
 
In it, I discuss why humans are prone to flawed decision making.

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#leadership #decisions

Executives often recognize organizational inefficiencies, but struggle to address them effectively.

In my blog for Navalent, I outline four common mistakes executives make in improving their organizations, so you can avoid them.

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#leadership #success