How can you communicate more clearly? This is probably the #1 ask I get from leaders and teams. And it is because communicating clearly is a lot harder than it looks. How many times have you communicated something to someone, believing you’ve been clear, only to have things go sideways because … [Read more...] about Be Crystal Clear: 2 Truths and 2 Tips to Communicate Clearly
The 5 Leadership Lessons Learned
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My First and Worst Attempt at Leadership
You want the truth? I was a tyrant! There are NO “ifs, ands, or buts” about it, I was a terrible and ineffective leader in the beginning. In every professional leadership position I held from ages 19 to 24, I had a very authoritative approach...bossy, intolerant, shortsighted, and unfair. It … [Read more...] about My First and Worst Attempt at Leadership
7 Leadership Lessons from Santa Claus
I’m not sure if I ever believed in Santa Claus, I was born a skeptic! But whether or not you believe, there is a lot that can be learned about leadership from his folklore. Here are 7 Leadership Lessons from Santa Claus: #1: Have a clear vision Santa Claus is on a mission to share hope, … [Read more...] about 7 Leadership Lessons from Santa Claus
Meet the President! Mr. Max Fineday
Max Fineday...You Inspire Me! Max was elected president of the University of Saskatchewan Student Union (USSU) in May 2013, and will serve their 27,000 students for the next year. It takes courage and bravery to be an advocate and a leader, your willingness to be in services to others is another … [Read more...] about Meet the President! Mr. Max Fineday
Why Finding a Mentor Should Not be Difficult
How do I find a mentor? This question was posed by a young man I met last week at a conference to a room full of professionals. People offered what I would consider "good" advice: 1. Reach out to colleagues. 2. Try to make a connection with people you respect face to face or via … [Read more...] about Why Finding a Mentor Should Not be Difficult