by Paul Clark | Jun 30, 2016 | Coaching, Leadership
Jack Welch called it “being in the pile.”
The famed CEO of GE for 20 years would say we get stuck in a period of mediocrity. We feel like what we’re doing is nothing special – it really isn’t standing out from the rest. So, how do we get up from the pile?
Welch recommended thinking.
He observed that 99% of people don’t actively think. Rather, they react to…
by Bill Bliss | Oct 8, 2014 | Bill's Blog, Coaching
Has your leadership vision ever been opposed? I would dare say that if it hasn’t, it may not be a very compelling or bold vision. This statement isn’t meant to judge you or cause you embarrassment, merely to challenge you to rethink your vision. Because this much is...
by Bill Bliss | Sep 10, 2014 | Bill's Blog, Coaching, Communication, Teams
You’ve heard this before: “Leadership is influence, nothing more, nothing less.” One of my mentors, John Maxwell has been saying this for years. Translation – if you want to excel at leadership (have more impact, drive greater results and leave a lasting legacy) you...
by Bill Bliss | Sep 3, 2014 | Bill's Blog, Coaching, Teams
Blog post originally published on 5/23/2012. As you begin to consider what it means to keep your followers’ best interest at heart, you may find yourself wondering what specifically does it look like to do this? In his Executive Coaching Tips podcast from January...
by Bill Bliss | Aug 20, 2014 | Bill's Blog, Executive Coaching
For many executives the thought of continuing to develop their leadership skills is something that just hasn’t been a priority. After all, you have a business to run. Just as you need to keep up with the latest developments in finance, marketing, supply chain,...
