Three tips for moving from buddy to boss

Three tips for moving from buddy to boss

Sally is thrilled that she is now managing the team she has worked with for five years. She is worried a bit about Seth, though. Sally and Seth have had a great working relationship as peers for three years. However, Seth wanted the leadership job, too, and has been...
Progress in crisis: Take a longer view

Progress in crisis: Take a longer view

Originally posted after David and Launda Wheatley’s transatlantic adventure in 2015, this blog offers practical insight on measuring progress in the midst of chaos. It has been edited slightly since the original.  When you’re in the midst of turmoil, it...
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...
Leading in a toxic culture

Leading in a toxic culture

Can you be a leader of character and competence in a power-based, undermining or bullying culture where you don’t reap what you sow? This is an environment in which the world REALLY needs a new kind of leader. Leaders, look in the mirror. As Meghan Butler writes...