[December 27, 2013] NEW: Just added a new “page” to the blog that announces the upcoming publication of my most recent book on Senior Executive Leadership. See the tab “THE GREEN BOOK (NEW)“. If you cannot find the tab, then you can click on the link HERE to go directly to the page. This is where you can… Read More »
[December 18, 2013] Two more books to consider reading. I’m especially taken in with the book by Abbot on Cyrus the Great. Perhaps it is more the lessons we can take from the great Persian leader. Nonetheless, two worthwhile books to read. Today, more books that I am now reading and find interesting: Cyrus the Great by Jacob… Read More »
[December 09, 2013] The idea of this theory is that by paying attention to and correcting small problems, many bigger problems will be prevented. Specifically, if small problems are not dealt with in a determined and timely manner, more serious problems will be tolerated and grow. The “broken window theory” was an idea first put forth by criminologists1. … Read More »
[December 08, 2013] The relationship between government politics, politicians, and political parties on one hand, and other non-political organizations on the other, is fraught with a number of minefields. Today there are enormous risks, perhaps unnecessary risks, to those organizations that establish a visible relationship with one side of the political spectrum. All leaders, senior leaders in particular,… Read More »
[December 06, 2013] It is long understood that much can be learned about an organization by the people who are hired. Simply put, hiring (and retaining) the best employees make for a better organization. The finest employees do not fear others who are the best and often enjoy the professional competition and camaraderie of others like them. Any… Read More »
[December 02, 2013] Lately, I’ve been struggling to get my usual reading done. The book The Generals was long and I wanted to take my time to ensure I had a good understanding of the history and reasons for failures and successes in generalship. So, I’ve been slow to jump to reading other books. Today, more books that… Read More »
[November 24, 2013] The Origin of Species was published November 24, 1859, just 154 years ago today. But its applicability to human organizations and psychology is clear. Yesterday I wrote about the necessary immense adaptability of senior leaders. We can learn much from Darwin’s writings. Below I have listed some of my favorite quotes from Darwin. “A man… Read More »
[November 20, 2013] Today I’m speaking to veterans who are beginning their college experience. The message is simple – with passion, adaptability, and some basic college skills, they will succeed. Senior leaders have the responsibility to help improve the success rate of our veterans; we owe them at least this much. The success rate of veterans in college… Read More »
[November 16, 2013] Today, another book that I found especially interesting: Finding a Way to Win. Bill Parcells Bill Parcells gives great advice on what it takes to be a successful leader and gain the respect of those you lead. He gives common sense advice like “never discount stupidity as a factor” and “never ask people to do… Read More »
[November 03, 2013] Today, more books that I found especially interesting: The Spirit to Serve: Marriott’s Way by J.W. Marriott, Jr. and Kathi Ann Brown A well-written, inspirational, and easy to read book that contains business tenets of the successful Marriott Hotel chain. He talks about how through sheer determination Marriott shot from the small cottage to the… Read More »