As we started this look at building a framework for relational leadership, I mentioned the depth of the networks Cindy and I had established within the organizations we were each with for nearly two decades and I shared how lacking we realized our professional networks were as we stepped outside tho...

Early on, I emphasized how valuable it’s been for me to have close to a dozen people in my life at this point who I can count on for something called “Alliance Feedback,” helping me harness the power of candid conversations. In addition to detailing how I’ve benefited from receiving that alliance fe...

I’ve woven the importance of trust, in one way or another, into every aspect we’ve worked through for leveraging leadership growth. That said, I’m still not sure I’ve done enough to stress how crucial it really is. We’ve all heard the saying, “We do business with people we know, like, and trust.” As...

From the beginning of this look at leveraging leadership growth, we’ve worked through simple things we can each take action on to become more effective through the great professional relationships we likely already have in place. I’ll stress once more: there’s no such thing as a self-made leader. I’...

I’ve been blessed beyond measure by the mentors in my life who have made themselves available. Had each of them not been genuinely focused on seeing people’s worth, there’s no way I would have had so many of the opportunities I’ve experienced. Following those amazing examples, I’ve worked to pay it ...