Six Signals of a Leader Who Can Develop Self and Others
In the first two articles (1 & 2) in this series, I made the case that organizations need to move beyond evaluating leaders by only asking, “Can they deliver results?” Results matter. But results alone do not tell us whether a leader is capable of building the people, team, culture, and systems required for sustained […]
The 2×2 That Reveals Which Leaders Organizations Overvalue
In the first article in this series, I introduced the idea of Leadership Capability Level. Leadership Capability Level is the degree to which a leader has developed the internal capacities and leadership capabilities required to lead people, teams, groups, and organizations in ways that bring out the best in others and make results sustainable—not merely […]
Results Are Not Enough: The Missing Capability in Leadership Evaluation
When evaluating someone for a leadership role, organizations commonly ask questions like: Can this person get the job done? Can they deliver results? Can they help us win? Do they have the talent, experience, and technical capability we need? These are important questions. But they are incomplete. A person can be highly successful, talented, experienced, […]
How to Change Leadership Behavior and Organizational Culture at the Same Time
HR and L&D leaders are often asked to help improve leadership behavior. A leader is micromanaging. Another avoids hard conversations. Another resists change. Another is defensive when receiving feedback. Another dominates meetings. Another struggles to empower their team. The natural response is to focus on behavior change: teach better delegation, better feedback, better listening, better […]
How to Get More of What You Really Need
Most of us have something we are trying to get. Which of the following most resonates with you: Do you feel the need to prove yourself worthy? Do you feel the need to be liked? Do you feel the need to be in control? Do you feel the need to stay or feel safe? Do […]
The 6 Protective Needs That Quietly Shape Leadership (And How to Move Beyond Them)
In my work with leaders, I have had the opportunity to engage with thousands of individuals striving to become better—better leaders, better contributors, and more aligned with who they ultimately want to be. A consistent question sits at the center of this work: What is holding you back from becoming your ideal self and leader? […]
Do You Feel the Need to Be Seen as Competent? (6 of 6 Protective Needs Holding Leaders Back)
In my work with leaders, I have had the opportunity to engage with thousands of individuals striving to become better—better leaders, better contributors, and more aligned with who they ultimately want to be. A consistent question sits at the center of this work: What is holding you back from becoming your ideal self and leader? […]
Do You Feel the Need to Stay Efficient? (5 of 6 Protective Needs Holding Leaders Back)
In my work with leaders, I have had the opportunity to engage with thousands of individuals striving to become better—better leaders, better contributors, and more aligned with who they ultimately want to be. A consistent question sits at the center of this work: What is holding you back from becoming your ideal self and leader? […]
Do You Feel the Need to Play It Safe? (4 of 6 Protective Needs Holding Leaders Back)
In my work with leaders, I have had the opportunity to engage with thousands of individuals striving to become better—better leaders, better contributors, and more aligned with who they ultimately want to be. A consistent question sits at the center of this work: What is holding you back from becoming your ideal self and leader? […]
Do You Feel the Need to Stay in Control? (3 of 6 Protective Needs Holding Leaders Back)
In my work with leaders, I have had the opportunity to engage with thousands of individuals striving to become better—better leaders, better contributors, and more aligned with who they ultimately want to be. A consistent question sits at the center of this work: What is holding you back from becoming your ideal self and leader? […]
