Take Donuts to Lunch & Other Lessons from My Dad

For Father’s Day, I’d like to share some things my Dad taught me.

Take Donuts to Lunch

Going to work with my Dad at his mattress factory provided a number of treats, including sliding down the wide, glossy, smooth, wooden shoot that sent mattresses gliding from the second floor to the first. Then there was a seat at the counter of Tom’s ... Read more »

Leading Like Lincoln – Dealing with Opposition

The Situation

Imagine that you’ve just been promoted. You are now a member of the executive team and have global responsibilities. This appointment is a vote of confidence by the board and the company’s senior leaders that you see what is needed to help the company thrive and grow and can lead people through these changes.

In your first month as Vice ... Read more »