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 […]

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01.26.11 Taking Risks

The new year.  It brings with it the hopes of great accomplishments.…
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01.13.11 New Year, New Direction?

Given how brand conscious all of us are personally and with the…
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12.19.10 Business travel recovering

See article below.  Good news for my travel clients, and a hopeful…
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12.14.10 Hiring Innovators

INNOVATOR: a person or an organization who is one of the first…
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12.08.10 Do You Know Your Nelson Mandela?

Mission statements.  Credos.  Statements of purpose.  All…
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11.30.10 Service Matters

I travel a lot.  And I am always impressed with good service.…
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11.17.10 Leadership Development: Not Just for High Potentials

Business Week published an article this week regarding leadership…
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11.15.10 Show Your Clients They Matter

An Account Review is an essential part of client retention and…
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11.12.10 What’s the Narrative of your Leadership

Does your leadership narrative reflect what your audience wants/need…