Category: Management
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The Man in Black and Executive Presence
“There’s a reason for the things that I have on” explains Johnny Cash at the beginning of his song, “The Man in Black”. Cash had worn black for many years at this point. His attire became associated with his stance as an anti-authoritarian man of the people. His fashion was intentional. When he finally breaks…
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Behavioral Interviews
Self-awareness, real-world application, and cultural alignment are the top three areas that I hope to assess during a behavioral interview. I put together a few questions that you will want to ensure you answer during an interview. Self-awareness: Does your self-perception match reality? Can you recognize your own strengths and weaknesses? Do you make informed…
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Porcupine Leadership
The mighty lion is often held up as a standard for leaders to follow. He is the master of his domain, and his roar cements his power. Leaders need to be strong. The male lion sits and guards his territory while the lionesses go off and do the work of hunting for everyone. Although, I’m…
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Putting Others at Ease
This is a leadership skill that I don’t see talked about explicitly. When you are in a position of authority or seniority, that position carries a weight. Sometimes that weight is helpful to get things done, but it can also get in the way. We often go into meetings with people who have impressive titles…
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Is Your Manager a Grinch?
Get them the perfect stocking suffer: my book, People Management from the Ground Up. Reading it may or may not cause their heart to grow two sizes, but it will help them balance their many responsibilities. That’s a recipe for a more joyous season for all. This book isn’t just for Grinchy managers; it’s for…