Lead yourself first

Lead yourself first

It is true all the time, and certainly valid in a crisis. Great leaders manage themselves first, before they worry about aligning with others. Practical ways to lead yourself offered by Marlene Chism include: Control your mind and don’t worry obsessively....
Staying on the high road

Staying on the high road

Challenging times bring out both the very best of our human qualities – and, unfortunately, sometimes the worst. COVID-19 examples abound, from people checking in on vulnerable neighbors to those who take advantage by hoarding and selling necessities at...
CIMA: Calibrate your thinking in crisis

CIMA: Calibrate your thinking in crisis

Leaders need to model a calm demeanor, decisiveness and nimble change management, especially when times are hard. When there is chaos or crisis, finding balance and expending energy on the RIGHT stuff is hard to do. It can be all to easy to try to take control of...
Finding the right mindset in crisis

Finding the right mindset in crisis

The reality of a global pandemic is upon us, and individuals, teams and organizations are facing major change, disruption and uncertainty. This crisis presents unprecedented challenges because of its worldwide scale, unpredictability and speed. Emergencies such as the...
Humanergy is 20!

Humanergy is 20!

Once upon a time, an Aussie and a Brit found their purpose through helping people be the best leaders possible. John Barrett (from Australia) and David Wheatley (from England) worked together the first time beginning in 1996. In 2000, the stars aligned and it was the...