Leadership Development

For several years, I have been focused on reading, writing, studying, and thinking about leadership. I have interviewed more than 40 thought leaders (authors and/or executive coaches) about the kinds of leaders needed for these uncertain times and how to best prepare people for the roles and challenges they will face. Based on the interviews, I developed a holistic model of leadership that serves as the framework for the book I am writing. I am passionate about sharing what I have learned with others through writing, speaking, and developing seminars.

While I customize my leadership development seminars for each organization based on their needs, the themes I integrate into my work include helping leaders at all levels realize:

• Leadership is about who you are more than it is about what you do.
• Leadership is an evolving process of becoming a more effective leader because the environment and situation changes.
• Leadership is about relationships and trust is the key ingredient. Without trust, it does not matter much what you say or do.
• You are not an effective leader if others do not want to follow you.
• You need to understand the dark side of the ego in order to be effective.
• Leaders need to be held accountable and reward systems need to be structured for creating a place where people want to work.
• Leaders need to know when to follow and how to be a good follower.

If organizations are going to develop, people must develop. For me, leadership is about becoming the best person you can be or learning to live your best life. If I can help facilitate organizational and individual development, please contact me. I would enjoy hearing from you.