An excellent point, well said. Leaders set the tone, either positively or negatively.

This can sometimes be a hard thing to do, but asking those who report to you for guidance is a sign of a mature, well-developed leader. You may not like what you hear, but you and your team will be better.

Listening well matters. The leader is tasked with using her skill set to influence direction no matter who introduced the idea. x.com/amanet/status/…

So true, but trust in each other requires a common understanding and great communication. x.com/leadershipfrea…

Fascinating quote, but I think he was smart too. x.com/leadershipcure…

Steady, cool discipline. Those who overreact find many more problems to address, wasting precious time and energy. x.com/leadershipfrea…

Don't know how many times I have expressed exactly the same sentiment. Learn and move forward. x.com/leadershipfrea…

Similar to what I call Anticipatory Initiative. Great leaders anticipate required actions, before others even know an action is required. x.com/entreleadershi…

Terrific article. Strategy is important, but a strong culture is required for success. x.com/amanet/status/…

Good leaders use their position and influence to implement ideas, no matter the source. Good ideas can come from anywhere, not just the top.

This is really true. When a leader does this, the effect multiplies. x.com/amanet/status/…

Hold yourself accountable routinely. Then those around you will trust your decisions and actions routinely. x.com/leadershipfrea…

Great article about something I learned in the Marine Corps. People are always watching the leader, so do the right thing all the time. x.com/forbesleaders/…

A leader's job. x.com/leadershipfrea…

One of the main principles about being a leader is to know yourself. x.com/johncmaxwell/s…

Be smart and brave enough to let go of what is not working. x.com/leadershipfrea…

In the past, it was amazing how many people got promoted who could not get along with anyone. Today, understanding people is a basic skill. x.com/johncmaxwell/s…

Excellent habits usually lead to excellent results. x.com/leadershipcure…

Take care of a situation before it becomes a problem. x.com/leadershipfrea…