All teams fight. Fact. The best teams fight to improve performance, not prove a point. Everyday, and I mean EVERYFREAKINDAY, I lead team practices where the leaders know the fight they’re avoiding. Having it would help and hurt. It would not harm. Instead of jumping in and simply having it, they kick the can down … Continue reading Fight…
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Six-pack, unpacked…
The BTL framework is solid, tested, and proven—AND can be confusing for new clients or teammates experiencing their first team practice. Leaders, your job is to live it so you can give it. This means you have to first know it. No more excuses—here's the Built to Lead six-pack explained... https://youtu.be/0dM7I5cnFH0
Dream BIG…
What struggle are you enduring well, friend? What sweet indulgence are you resisting? Again, the ability to resist impulse is how we build virtue and defeat the natural slide into any number of vices. The natural decay of my body is a great reminder that only a few among us have the fight to finish … Continue reading Dream BIG…
Fathers..
My father was far from perfect. He was, however, the kindest man I've ever met. He was tough too (didn’t realize this until much later in life). He taught by example and I didn't particularly like it either. My father led us, anyway. You see, fathers are called to lead when it's hard, they're busy, … Continue reading Fathers..
Pruning…
We, the BTL builders, are gardeners. We are here to provide the conditions for your growth. We cannot make you into something you are not (nor is this necessary) any more than a gardener can plant seeds for strawberries and turn them into watermelons. Our opus is to provide the conditions for you to grow … Continue reading Pruning…
How it all started…
Leaders are connectors. They bridge the gap between where they came from and how they got here. They tell stories, honor the past, and celebrate the wins. When is the last time you connected your team to how it all got started? Don't assume they know. Don't assume it doesn't matter. Here's an example so … Continue reading How it all started…
Believers…
Leaders are believers. Leaders believe the gig is out of their control and may not end when they think it will. Leaders don’t stop when clarity’s missing. Leaders admit they don’t have all the answers but confidently tell us (and show us) this is what we’re doing now. Leaders productively act in ambiguity. Winston Churchill … Continue reading Believers…
Knowing doing trap…
The world needs your team, leader, to become the best it can be. Ain’t none of this possible without BTL kinda team practice, without being “unproductive” taking time to learn each other’s real language, and accept our differences while building on our strengths. You know this. If you’re not practicing, however, you’re stuck in the … Continue reading Knowing doing trap…
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