by Bill Bliss | Oct 24, 2018 | Uncategorized
These words were said by Paul Allen, the co-founder of Microsoft, who recently passed away. Although this perspective came after a life-changing cancer diagnosis, it is true for all of us how life really is too short to spend time on things or with people who don’t...
by Bill Bliss | Oct 17, 2018 | Teams, Uncategorized
You have heard about the importance of employee engagement. You have also heard “People don’t leave organizations, they leave relationships,” a sentiment that reflects the important connection between an employee and their immediate boss. Gallup research indicates...
by Bill Bliss | Oct 10, 2018 | Leadership
For most of us, the role of a leader is about ensuring those on our team understand and drive toward a common vision. It’s about getting results through others. Yet, I was reminded recently, the real role of a leader goes beyond this. Those of you who know me, know I...
by Bill Bliss | Oct 3, 2018 | Teams, Uncategorized
You may have heard the expression “Teamwork makes the dream work.” A fully capable, high- performing, connected and healthy team can make a measurable difference in the results you achieve as a leader. Oftentimes, one is too small a number to achieve greatness or to...
by Bill Bliss | Sep 26, 2018 | Leadership
As the architect and CEO of Amazon, one of the largest and fastest-growing corporations in the world, a case can be made that Jeff Bezos knows a thing or two about where to focus his attention. Recently, I read an article which discussed seven noteworthy components....