When I need, I am looking to get what I “need” from a situation. As a leader, maybe I need reassurance, safety, commitment, information, etc. But do you really want your employees focused on meeting your needs?
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Many people are surprised when I advocate selfishness and they struggle with this concept. I think it’s time for a clarification.
Read MoreAmbition is highly regarded in our culture—we should “dream big,” “go for the gold,” it is the “secret.”
Read MoreIf we are clear on our values, then we are able to use them as a source of energy and inspiration, a grounding anchor that we can always come back to.
Read MoreLife balance is a popular topic; however, it implies trade-off’s and compromises. I do not like to live with compromise; I prefer the idea of “preference.”
Read MoreI had a breakthrough recently. Now it seems so obvious that I can’t believe I haven’t made this clearer or expressed it more directly.
Read MoreI often hear people talking about wanting to feel a connection with others, with family, friends, partners, co-workers, etc. How do you connect with other people?
Read MoreIn my experience our anger can rarely hold up to honest inquiry into the other person. Once we see the situation from their perspective, through their eyes our perception of events or circumstances takes on a whole new view.
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The first step for a person in exploring the art of Inquiry Leadership is to do a self-assessment. This is not easy. Many successful people have become successful because of their ability to push distractions aside...
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