Tag Archive: leadership

Leadership 2023 – A Shift to Self-Employment? Article by Maynard Brusman, January 4, 2023 Is self-employment right for you? Is 2023 the best time to start your own business? View page

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Positive Progress and the Art of Negotiation Article by Maynard Brusman, December 20, 2022 How much time and attention do you spend negotiating every day? Think about it: just getting to your work space requires negotiating activities, meals, and space (think nutrition versus convenience, after-school activities, commuter lanes, etc.) At work we negotiate our way through business deals, customer relations, office politics, and career advancements. Such negotiations often require the agility of Captain America, the stamina of Dean Karnazes, and the wisdom of Yoda. View page

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Real Leadership: Real Apology Article by Maynard Brusman, December 28, 2021 When an apology is in order, how do leaders in your organization apologize? We can’t help but notice when it goes poorly. Sometimes, it’s a matter of people (or a person) not ready or able to forgive. And that’s understandable, especially when there is no attempt at restorative justice. Other times, apologies go sideways when egos get in the way. At best, it falls short as a polished explanation; the apology is an attempt to justify the behavior. This often results in the erosion of trust. Great leaders—whether they are seasoned executives or untitled leaders—know how to humbly apologize.They understand that mistakes happen and that they are not infallible. Real leaders hold themselves accountable and make amends. View page

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Break your leg to grow Article by Oriol López-Villena, July 12, 2021 Once you know the cost, it’s easier to own the risk. View page

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Mindful Leadership in Times of Crisis Article by Maynard Brusman, April 20, 2020 The men and women in charge of our organizations are now faced with unchartered challenges: leading their organization through a global pandemic. In this time of crisis, most leaders are doing their best to step up and inspire people to do their best. And they’re doing a great job. View page

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SAC Thriving Webinar: Janel Dyan Article by The Society for the Advancement of Consulting, March 25, 2020 Thriving Through Ambiguity Webinar Janel Dyan: Leadership Styles in Times of Uncertainty About the Speaker: Janel Dyan is a sought after executive brand strategist, speaker and author of Story. Style. […] View page

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Leadership in the Time of Disruption Article by Maynard Brusman, March 17, 2020 In the past decade, we’ve seen remarkable innovations and extraordinary technological advancements change the way we live, play, and conduct business. View page

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Use Your Leader Insight to Improve Innovations Article by Maynard Brusman, February 23, 2020 Innovation is not a choice. However, a lack of insight often results in a lack of innovation. Leader insights improve innovation. When insightful leaders recognize the need to change, they ensure their business is prepared to innovate, before it’s too late. View page

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Leader Insights Improve Innovation Article by Maynard Brusman, February 23, 2020 Leaders who are known for their insight identify fresh trends and actively prepare new products and services—before a need or problem is even identified. They instill an innovative mindset throughout their organization. Insightful leaders simultaneously improve efficiencies today, and prepare for the demands of tomorrow. View page

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How Well are You Listening? Article by Maynard Brusman, January 30, 2020 The art of listening is essential for mindful leaders. When we think we already know what someone is going to say, or hear something that contradicts what we think or feel, we often stop listening. We fail to acknowledge that we don’t know what we don’t know, and begin crafting a solution and response. In the process, we hold on to bias, beliefs, and pre-conceived notions. View page

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