Psst… Your Mindset is Showing

Psst… Your Mindset is Showing

What is your mindset? Do you have a “fixed” or a “growth” mindset? For more on the difference between a “fixed” and “growth” mindset, read Carol Dweck’s groundbreaking book Mindset. You will also discover the multitude of benefits of a “growth” mindset.  As leaders,...
Decide – Are You Cut Out for Leadership?

Decide – Are You Cut Out for Leadership?

How do you know if you are cut out for leadership? One key indicator is how comfortable you are with decision-making. I recently had a conversation with an Executive Vice President of Human Resources about the critical qualities of a leader. High on his list was the...
The Question Leaders Need to Ask Themselves

The Question Leaders Need to Ask Themselves

Did you make a few resolutions recently? Set a few goals? Maybe you even did what I did and created a personal strategic plan for 2016? If so, you will want to know this key to leadership success. Tie your goals, plans, and resolutions to emotional outcomes. When we...
Are You Missing Out on Life?

Are You Missing Out on Life?

As a graduate of San Diego State University (Go Aztecs!), I knew that I wanted to speak and write about communication and leadership in the future. As an undergrad studying Speech Communication I was able to live in glorious San Diego, California for a few years....