Sharpen Your Saw

Sharpen Your Saw

What Book I’m Reading

Inspire Greatness: How to Motivate Employees with a Simple, Repeatable, Scalable Process

Leadership tends to be thought of as an art, not a science. Imagine the benefits of having an?algorithm—a repeatable process based on decades of research on what motivates employees—that any leader could follow to consistently inspire greatness in others.

The 80/20 Principle: The Secret to Achieving More with Less

Be more effective with less effort by learning how to identify and leverage the 80/20 principle: that 80 percent of all our results in business and in life stem from a mere 20 percent of our efforts. The 80/20 principle is one of the great secrets of highly effective people and organizations.

What Article I’m Reading

5 Steps Leaders Can Take To Make Better Decisions (forbes.com)

If you’re plagued by indecisiveness and often doubt every decision you must make as a leader, you’re certainly not alone. Leaders often fear making tough decisions because they are acutely aware of the potential consequences and the impact on their team and organization. This reluctance can stem from a fear of failure, the possibility of making the wrong choice, and anxiety over how others will perceive their decisions. Additionally, the weight of the responsibility and the desire to maintain harmony can make leaders hesitant to make decisions that may lead to conflict or dissatisfaction among team members.

Alejandro Reynal CEO of the world’s most luxurious hospitality group carries a Montblanc pen and notebook for notes and to-do's—truly living up to his perfect image | Fortune Europe

Alejandro Reynal, CEO of the world's largest luxurious hospitality group carries a Montblanc pend and notebook for notes and to-do’s – truly living up to his perfect image.

What I’m Listening To

Ginni Rometty, IBM CEO: Fortune’s “Most Powerful Woman” Shares How to Lead with Purpose

Ginni Rometty was often the only woman in her engineering classes. But, she was determined to excel in a male-dominated field and eventually became the first female CEO of IBM. Her trailblazing leadership revitalized the company and set new standards for women in tech and business. In this episode, Ginni shares her best insights on leadership, resilience, and the importance of being in service of a greater purpose.

The Cues That Make You Charismatic

Charisma can make everything smoother, easier, and more exciting in life. It’s a quality that makes people want to listen to you, to adopt your ideas, to be with you.? While what creates charisma can seem like a mystery, my guest today, communications expert Vanessa Van Edwards, says it comes down to possessing an optimal balance of two qualities: warmth and competence.

What I’m Watching

Simon Sinek: The Power of Listening in Leadership

How do you determine if someone isn't coachable?

A team member who's not coachable can fall into a number of categories. One is, they might not respond to your style of leadership, or a particular leadership tactic you frequently employ. The other is a little more persona, because it will require you to really know your team

What I’m Pondering


Great insights shared Will Jones

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