There are many leadership lessons that you never forget. One of my pivotal lessons happened over 15 years ago, but I still remember, reflect on, and share the learnings regularly. It centers around the ability to influence others for the purpose of leading well. It’s only when people believe in you and trust you that […]
In a previous blog article we introduced you to the problem that many organizations and individuals are facing: Leaders fail in newly promoted roles about 40% of the time. In the next two blog entries we will highlight the “Seven Enemies of Success for Newly Promoted Leaders” and provide some useful insights for each one. A more […]
A tall glass of chilled lemonade is the quintessential treat of summer. Its tartness is counter-balanced by sweetness; it cools and refreshes on the hottest of days. Would your employees describe you in a similar way? Do you have enough sweetness in your leadership to refresh others? Does your personality convince people to stay or […]
The Way of the Shepherd: 7 Ancient Secrets to Managing Productive People by Dr. Kevin Leman and William Pentak is an excellent leadership book that will leave a positive impact on the way you lead your team. Several Centennial team members have read this practical book and it has become a favorite. We especially appreciate […]
It is a whispered secret of the C-suite that depression is rampant among high achievers and those who have “made it.” No one wants to talk about it. My goal here isn’t to provide answers to why this is (I’ll save that for another space), but to provide ways to prevent depression and help those […]
It seems counterintuitive to suggest that working less will allow you to be more productive. These two ideas feel like they are in direct opposition to each other. It’s like suggesting that two wheels can turn in opposite directions and still move you forward. That is just not possible, is it? The startling but emphatic […]
You have heard us talk about it for months—Leadercast. Leadercast Live is the world’s largest leadership simulcast, broadcast worldwide every year. Thousands of leaders gather together all around the world for viewing events. This year’s Leadercast took place May 4, 2018. Centennial, along with a team of organizers, was proud to host more than 340 […]
The benefits of employee engagement are innumerable. It’s something every organization needs to do well but it often takes a backseat to all the other pressing issues. In less than 2 weeks, you have the opportunity to make a huge impact on your employee engagement with very little effort. This impact comes in the form […]
Change is everywhere. In our quest to continually improve, change is a constant variable. Our fast-paced society is chock-full of new ways and new ideas. That’s why it is critical to hire leaders who are experts in change management. Furthermore, that is why you need to develop your own skills in this area. What Does […]
How green is your thumb when it comes to cultivating high-producing teams? Do you throw a few available people together and expect great results? Just like a green thumb in the garden, you must give proper care and consideration for your team to see award-winning results. What can you do to develop a thriving team? […]
