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In “Halt and Catch Fire,” Gordon impulsively fires Brian after a car accident; that’s a case of poor management. Instead, set expectations, communicate well, manage negativity, and create a culture of feedback. Life doesn’t have to imitate art.
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Legitimate leadership is earned through trust, skill, and aligned goals. It’s not a natural state as it requires a partial and temporary surrendering of agency. Thus, it must be based on agreements that are neither imposed by force nor circumstances alone.
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The phrase “no good deed goes unpunished” reflects the feeling many professionals report when they are given more work without a matching recognition. Promotions are not merely rewards for good performance but indicators of consistently operating at the next level. Factors like budget and headcount availability are real constraints and can slow down career progression,…
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The meaning of leadership is invariable from scale, just like the number of degrees in a circle doesn’t change with its size. Larger teams may require more work, but not more leadership.
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Shortly after a recent reorg at my company, I found myself discussing the merits of different project management methodologies, rather than focusing on the work to be done. That got me thinking, at the scale of small- to mid-size projects, are the benefits among methodologies even noticeable? Read the article and find out how scale…
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Improving your leadership skills involves learning how to assign tasks and having confidence that the person will deliver a high-quality outcome. The real test isn’t just delegation, but the acceptance of different approaches from your own. When done right, delegation enables professional growth, innovation, and shared responsibility, but it involves trust, clear communication, evaluation of…
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Quiet quitting involves performing only the minimum work required, which stagnates personal and professional growth. While it may seem tempting, it is a bad strategy. Instead, investing in oneself, embracing continuous learning, and striving for excellence can enhance career opportunities and overall job satisfaction.
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People often approach me and ask how to deal with a manager who feels compelled to make frequent “contributions.” A technique used once in the development of a chess game may be the closest solution to date for this predicament. In this article I will show you how to handle those situations, keep a good…
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Leaders aim for success through team engagement and productivity. Legitimate authority, as outlined by Rousseau, relies on mutual consent and clear communication. Establishing an agreement with the team fosters alignment and ownership. Continuous feedback and progress monitoring ensure effectiveness, promoting a culture where criticism is welcomed and valued for improvement.
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After having been awaken by a meteor impact, a young boy developed a passion for astronomy and sought to understand the formation of craters and how they attract meteors. In this article I explore instances of confusion between cause and effect, and how they also compromise discernment—especially in business. In light of new information and…