Leadership Development Insights & Executive Coaching Tips
Coach’s Corner is where our team shares practical leadership advice drawn from our years of executive coaching, 360 reviews, team development, and spending time with leaders. Whether you’re a CEO looking for a fresh perspective, a first-time manager learning the ropes, or an HR professional supporting leadership growth, you’ll find actionable insights here—not theory.
Browse our latest posts below, or explore topics: conflict management, leadership assessments, accountability, executive presence, succession planning, and more.
One Reason Your Team Is Not Growing: You Could Be Doing Their Jobs
You might be familiar with this story. A leader was promoted because they were the best at what they did. The problem is that they never fully stopped doing the work. After 35 years of coaching leaders, I can tell you this is one of the most common pattern holding teams back. It feels efficient, but it’s not. It is a ceiling for you and for them.
What 35+ Years of Coaching Taught Me About the Leaders Who Actually Change
Not every leader who goes through coaching comes out the other side transformed. Some do. Some go right back to what they were doing before. After 35 years of executive coaching, I can tell you the difference is not intelligence, title, or years of experience. It comes down to four patterns I have seen over and over again in the leaders who genuinely change.
Consistency Is A Leader’s Best Friend
Let’s face it, being a leader can be tough. Some days it feels like you’re trying to herd cats while juggling flaming torches and somehow doing backflips.
So, amidst all the chaos, let’s explore the one thing you can do as a leader that will help you maintain your leadership: Consistency!
7 Leadership Habits That Just Flat-Out Work
The question I get asked all the time is, “How does that person make leading that team or business look so easy?” The truth is that great leadership isn’t about effortless charisma or some hidden talent—it’s about trust, consistency, and showing up in a way that makes others feel empowered. It’s not magic, but a set of habits that, with practice, can make leadership look seamless.
Advice – Who Has My back?
People occasionally need guidance for professional development, managing others, handling leadership and performance issues, making business decisions, and choosing career paths. The question is: who can provide reliable advice to help achieve goals, avoid mistakes, and take action? Additionally, who should be avoided? Let’s explore both aspects to identify the best sources of advice.