Find Your Seat at the Table
Taking your seat at the table in business can be daunting.
There…
Client Management, It’s Not About Being Right… It’s About Being Followed
In business, much of our time is devoted to maintaining and growing…
I’d Love To Make My Mark…I’m Just Too Busy
Does that sound familiar? Making your mark as a leader is…
Interview Like a Consultant
Jobs change...they come, they go, they get eliminated, they get…
Lead People to Look Inside, not Out
Every time you observe a Direct’ s client interaction, realize…
New Managers: How To Coach and Enjoy It!
Picking up from last week's post about fitting in as a new manager,…
New Managers: How To Fit In
When managers are brought in, assigned or moved to another department,…
To Be a Great Leader…Teach, Don’t Tell or Do
Many of my clients are quick-learning, driven executives. Often,…
Your Career Is Out of (Your) Control
Your career, like it or not, is not in your control. Sure, you…
Stop Selling Yourself First!
I’ve noticed something over the years: the higher someone climbs in an organization, the less they need to talk about themselves. That may sound counterintuitive, especially when you’re interviewing for a leadership role or presenting to senior executives. Most people believe those moments are their opportunity to showcase every accomplishment on their résumé. I coach […]