Being a successful CEO requires a unique set of skills and a strategic approach to leadership. In a recent podcast, Wayne Zell welcomed special guest Jim Schleckser, a renowned author and leader of the CEO Project. During our conversation, we delved into Jim’s...
Recently, I encountered a captivating leadership theory that offers valuable insights into the internal dynamics and tensions within organizations. The professor and scholar Mary Uhl-Bien named this complexity leadership theory, which she uses to define a set of...
Living a balanced life is a myth. Greatness doesn’t come from balance. I’ve written before about the goal of living a so-called “balanced” life, where you allocate similar time to your personal and business pursuits. But there’s a bit of...
Who Should Work for the CEO? You might think the answer is obvious, but it isn’t. In the early days of starting your business, everyone reports to you. It’s just the nature of a small business. But that changes as you begin to grow and scale up your...
New Hires Care About Organizational Culture In order to attract and retain top talent, leaders have made culture building a priority. But often overlooked in discussions about company culture is how often they can exist at opposite ends of a spectrum. On one end, you...
An Idea Is Only As Successful As Its’ Execution Most entrepreneurs have creativity wrapped in their DNA. They typically see potential where others don’t–and that’s great. They often have a severe allergy to the status quo and have the...
