Posts by LAITHOS
The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership by Jim Dethmer, Diana Chapman, and Kaley Klemp
You’ll never see leadership the same way again after reading this book. These fifteen commitments are a distillation of decades of work with CEOs and other leaders. They are radical or provocative for many. They have been game changers for us and for our clients. We trust that they will be for you too.
Read MoreThe Ideal Team Player by Patrick Lencioni
In his classic book, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, Patrick Lencioni laid out a groundbreaking approach for tackling the perilous group behaviors that destroy teamwork. Here he turns his focus to the individual, revealing the three indispensable virtues of an ideal team player.
Read MoreThe Infinite Game by Simon Sinek
How do we win a game that has no end? Finite games, like football or chess, have known players, fixed rules and a clear endpoint. The winners and losers are easily identified. Infinite games, games with no finish line, like business or politics, or life itself, have players who come and go. The rules of…
Read MoreAtomic Habits by James Clear
No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving–every day. James Clear, one of the world’s leading experts on habit formation, reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny behaviors that lead to remarkable results.
Read MoreNo One is an Expert in Leadership – Simon Sinek
No one is an expert in leadership – we’re all students. Even the most accomplished leaders have an immense amount of curiosity. There is always more to know, Simon Sinek shares.
Read MoreThe Importance of Recognition by Patrick Lencioni
All too often we speak of others outside of their presence, including when we recognize them. Patrick Lencioni reminds us to share back with that person we are discussing, as direct recognition goes a long way.
Read MoreWhen It’s OK to Trust Your Gut on a Big Decision
Laura Huang reviews how “some executives pride themselves on having a strong intuition, honed through years of experience, that guides their decisions. Others are ambivalent about relying on their intuition to make important choices, concerned that their gut reaction is inherently biased or emotional. This latter group is no doubt responding to the oft-given advice…
Read MoreCEO as Chief Empathy Officer
The global pandemic is changing many things. One of them is the way we evaluate leadership. Leaders in a crisis focus on “empathy and compassion first, business second…When people feel a sense of safety, trust and empowerment, growth will return.” Business today requires more empathy than ever, John Bersin shares.
Read MoreBe the Change
Jay Shetty highlights the paradox of how our world is transforming in a way we wouldn’t wish for as we pursue advances we believe we need.
Read MoreThe Essence Of Leadership
Colin Powell talks about trust as THE key characteristic to effective leadership for good. Leaders are people who are trusted by followers
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