If you’ve been to this site often, you know each Friday I answer a question from a leader somewhere in the world. Recently, I received a request to answer four questions I suggested in my book, Great Leaders Grow. Today, I’ll tackle question number three – What do you know now that you wish you had known 20, 30, 40 years ago?
Tag: Bill Hybels
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FREE Web Event: The Secret
On Wednesday this week, I’ll have the opportunity to be the guest on Willow Creek Association’s monthly webcast. I’m excited for the opportunity! The program will be webcast live Wednesday October 17th, 11:30 – 12:30 central daylight time. Here’s the link. My topic this week will be: The Secret: What Great Leaders Know and Do.
“Do more with less” seems to be a continuing refrain I hear from leaders. I don’t believe our personal productivity as leaders has ever been more important. While attending the Global Leadership Summit last week, Bill Hybels shared one of the practices that he’s used to help him be more focused and productive. Here’s my summary of his comments.
An often undervalued and sometimes overlooked role of the leader is the creation of strategic direction. Organizations have options – perhaps more than ever before. In their quest for competitive advantage, which path should they choose?
The 2012 NFL Draft is over. The Indianapolis Colts chose Andrew Luck in the first round. They knew exactly what they were looking for… they evaluated Andrew’s 40 Yard Dash, Vertical Jump, Long Jump, etc. How clear are you on what you’re looking for in your next hire?
Vision is perhaps the most misunderstood aspect of leadership. It is universally held as a critical element of successful leadership; yet as it is discussed, it is often shrouded in mystery and ambiguity. It doesn’t have to be this way. Vision rightly defined and understood is the cornerstone of great leadership and great accomplishment.
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Who Helped You Grow as a Leader?
As I think about the topic of personal growth, my mind easily races to the men and women who invested in my development over the years. No one person could be singled out. There have been leaders who helped form my character and others that sharpened my skills.