Don’t Back Down (Life Lessons from Tom Petty)

Starting up a business or beginning a new job can provide a great lesson in humility.  I know that I have felt that myself.  You have great intentions, ideas, and determination.  But “stuff happens” and gets in the way.  Lots of roadblocks are thrown your way.  You make progress, you gain optimism – then more … Continue reading Don’t Back Down (Life Lessons from Tom Petty)

Strong Leaders Don’t Give In to the “Yeah, buts”

I recently worked with a CEO who taught me some great lessons in management.  One of the best I learned was that strong leaders must set clear and steady vision, and the leader can’t get drawn into a battle of “Yeah, buts”.  So, what is a “Yeah, but”? A "yeah, but” describes a tiny attack on your vision, … Continue reading Strong Leaders Don’t Give In to the “Yeah, buts”