THE BLOG

Cultural problems can start anywhere. They can begin on the front line, with employees in the field. They can show up in middle management. Or they can emerge at the very top.

But here’s the key: wherever the problem starts, if it persists, it’s because leadership allows it. If top management ig...

More than you think! Leadership and drumming both demand a solid foundation, the right environment, and adaptability. 

Let me ask you: have you ever heard a hit song was only a beat? Me neither. 

Drums are powerful, but they’re always only a part of the whole. That groove sets the foundation f...

I've asked 20 managers a simple question: "What wastes your time the most?"

The answer was unanimous. But before I reveal it, here's some context - each of them has been:

• a manager for over 2 years,

• leading a team of at least 8 people,

• part of a company of 100+ employees,

...

When someone steps into their first management role, I often see them fall into one of two mental traps:

"This will be easy!"

"This is way too hard!"

Two extremes.

Both wrong.

Both completely normal.

And both in serious need of support.

The first extreme: "This will be easy!"

"Do you have a coach yourself?"

A client—a new manager—asked me that recently.

And I loved that question.

Because I practice what I preach.

Over the last 20 years, I’ve had a number of coaches. Right now, I work with two:

• one helps me build my business,
• The other helps me grow as a coa...

The other night, my 17-year-old son caught me off guard with a question that lingered long after our conversation ended.

"Do you think my generation will have a harder time succeeding?"

I paused.

It's a big question. One that deserves more than a cliché or a surface-level answer.

And after a ...

Congratulations! You've been promoted to a managerial role. The excitement is palpable, but if you're like most new managers, there's also a nagging question in the back of your mind: What now? You've entered uncharted waters, and the skills that made you successful as an individual contributor w...

Audience? What audience?

Well, yes! As a new manager, presenting your ideas, plans, and outcomes becomes an integral part of your role. With the promotion comes your new audience; whether addressing your team, the management board, business partners, or clients, your ability to communicate effe...

In today's short post, I want to share a perspective on leadership that often goes unnoticed. You see, developing leadership skills isn't just about professional growth; it's about enriching your personal life, relationships, and overall well-being.

Consider the qualities of a good leader: