Category Archives: Teamwork

Five Keys to Being a Super Bowl-Caliber Leader

Posted on February 3, 2013 by

One of the intriguing factors in the matchup of today’s Super Bowl XLVII is that the coaches of each team are brothers. John Harbaugh coaches the Baltimore Ravens and his younger brother, Jim, is coach of the San Francisco 49ers. It’s the … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication, Integrity, Leadership, Relationships, Sports, Success, Teamwork | 10 Comments

Heart to Heart Talks – Three Steps to Discuss the Elephant in the Room

Posted on October 14, 2012 by

At the root of many of our interpersonal or team conflicts is a failure to communicate. Sometimes the problem is that information isn’t shared broadly enough and people become resentful because they weren’t included. Other times we say things that … Continue reading →

Posted in Challenging Conversations, Communication, Conflict, Emotions, Feedback, Listening, Relationships, Repairing Trust, Sharing Information, Teamwork, Transparency, Vulnerability | 36 Comments

Three Priorities for Leaders Now That Summer is Over

Posted on September 2, 2012 by

Labor Day traditionally marks the end of summer in the United States. Family vacations, picnics, and days at the beach give way to kids returning to school, cheering on your favorite football teams, and settling into the rhythms of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Goal Setting, Leadership, Morale, Teamwork | 4 Comments

Face Time Builds Trust & Teamwork

Posted on March 25, 2012 by

Last week my organization conducted our annual all-company meeting, and for the first time in a few years, we were able to have a face to face gathering. Prior to the all-company meeting, I held a team-building event for my … Continue reading →

Posted in Commitment, Connectedness, Culture, Relationships, Teamwork, Trust | 13 Comments

Leadership Wisdom From The North Pole – An Interview With Santa Claus

Posted on December 25, 2011 by

After finishing his whirlwind trip around the globe delivering presents, I had the opportunity to sit down with Santa for a one-on-one interview. I was interested in gleaning some wisdom from one of the most legendary leaders of all time … Continue reading →

Posted in Integrity, Leadership, Santa Claus, Servant Leadership, Success, Teamwork, Trust | 4 Comments