Countdown to 250: American Adaptability
“While not consciously fighting a European war, Clinton was weighed down by the habits of one. And while both he and Washington had to develop a new way of working mainly from scratch, the American proved more adept at adjusting.” From The Culper Ring: A Captivating Guide to George Washington’s Spy Ring and Its Impact on the American Revolution […]
Countdown to 250: Revolutionizing Your Leadership with the ‘Rule of Thirds’
Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence—true friendship is a plant of slow growth and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity before it is entitled to the appellation. George Washington to his nephew, Bushrod Washington *This Countdown to 250 series will examine the […]
Countdown to 250: Managing the Conflict
To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace. George Washington *This Countdown to 250 series will examine the powerful role that early American Revolutionary leaders played in the 18th century—and the impact they can have on 21st century leadership development. As the 250th (“semiquincentennial”) anniversary of the U.S. […]
Countdown to 250: Leading & Mentoring
Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn. Benjamin Franklin *This Countdown to 250 series will examine the powerful role that early American Revolutionary leaders played in the 18th century—and the impact they can have on 21st century leadership development. As the 250th (“semiquincentennial”) anniversary of the […]
Countdown to 250: Leadership & Listening
Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen. Winston Churchill *This Countdown to 250 series will examine the powerful role that early American Revolutionary leaders played in the 18th century—and the impact they can have on 21st century leadership development. As the […]
What’s So Good About Great?
“The zest for attaining something better and passing that on to others also fuels productivity and profitability.” The LEADing Edge: 9 Strategies for Improving Internal and Intentional Leadership What distinguishes a great leader from a good one? And is great really that important—after all, what’s wrong with good when bad might be the only alternative? […]
Recommended Summer Reads
Many individuals look for good books to read over the summer, and leaders often ask us about what we’d recommend among the multitude of resources available so they can increase their professional impact. Needless to say, we always have plenty of suggestions for them. We’d love to share some with you as well—but first, consider […]
Gen Zers at Work
“A typical Gen Zer is a self-driver who deeply cares about others, strives for a diverse community, is highly collaborative and social, values flexibility, relevance, authenticity and non-hierarchical leadership…” Roberta Katz, Ph.D. Even though they represent the newest members of today’s workforce, Generation Z has already received some negative press. For instance, a July 2023 […]