In the annals of military history, few stories are as captivating and instructive as Captain Herbert Sobel, the first commander of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment’s Easy Company during World War II. Popularized…
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Servant Leadership Has It’s Place
Robert K. Greenleaf is widely regarded as the pioneer of the modern concept of servant leadership. His theory, articulated in his essay “The Servant as Leader,” and later expanded upon in his…
Why We Still Demand Trust From Our Leaders Over Trusting Everyday Actions of Strangers
Do We Really Trust Strangers? I was doing chores the other day and had to drive to the hardware store (yes, the second trip for the right part…and to return the one…
Want to Make an Impact On The World?
So you want to make an impact on the world. To me there is a very simple answer… get a terminal degree in the study of leadership or “Leaderology.” I know, for…
How Inappropriate Use of Power Can Create Bottlenecks in Organizations
While discussing a specific organization that I’ve worked in with a colleague, we both mentioned how there seemed to be a “bottleneck” in the upper levels of the organization. My colleague asked…
Why A Person’s Level of Effort (LOE) Should Be Critically Considered
I read a post on LinkedIn that said, “10 Things That Don’t Require Talent.” One of the lines in the posters comments read, “Talent isn’t everything when it comes to achieving success.” …
The “Pseudo-Leadership Expert” Dilemma
Being an “expert” typically implies having a deep and comprehensive understanding of a particular topic. This understanding is usually gained through dedicated study, research, practice, and experience in that field. Claiming expertise…
Am I Born with My Values?
I was talking with a colleague about some of the recent world events and she was taking one side over another. When I questioned why she felt as she did, she said,…
Balancing Risk and Safety
When it comes to leadership and decision-making, the art of balancing risk and safety is critical. The fundamental principle guiding this practice is to lean toward calculated risk while tempering the desire…
The Paradox of Tribalism
Tribalism is a complex concept within leadership and social dynamics, potentially enhancing or hindering a leader’s effectiveness. To navigate this paradox, leaders must carefully consider their alignment with tribes, the nature of their affiliations,…