I flipped on the 2024 presidential debate last night on the way to pick up my son from baseball. I found myself immediately anxious. I was anxious as I waited for the next demeaning comment and attack.

I might sound idealistic, but can we get back to decency in dialogue? Here's how.

My journey to find purpose and fulfillment began 20 years ago and has been filled with highs and lows and sleepless nights. It’s ongoing, but understanding my core values and aligning them with my goals has brought profound fulfillment, motivation, and impact.

Don’t wait 20 years to uncover your core values and align them with your big goals. Below is the process I use to guide leaders and their teams to uncover their core values and create alignment with their goals.

In the world of sales leadership, effective communication isn't just a skill; it's the cornerstone of success. Yet, many leaders overlook the critical importance of adapting their communication style to meet the diverse needs of their teams, stakeholders, customers, and prospects.

By embracing tailored communication strategies, you can elevate your sales game and achieve unprecedented results.

Did you know that only 30% of managers say they delegate effectively. Worse yet, most managers lack access to training to learn how to delegate successfully.

Below are common mistakes I see managers make when delegating:

Delegating is hard. “I don’t have the time to delegate” or “They might screw it up” are common excuses for not delegating. But at what cost? Do you struggle to delegate? Try the following and see if you get a better result:

Most people only listen at 25% efficiency*. Yet, people tout their ability to listen. I was reminded of this yesterday as I tried to have a conversation with a friend while he scrolled through his Twitter feed. Consider a few quick tips to boost your listening skill:

The ability to communicate separates great leaders from mediocre ones. Below is an excerpt from The Savage Leader that will help you start to become a better communicator by asking possibility evoking questions.

What is a Savage Leader? How do I become a Savage Leader? Those are among the many questions that I hear from people when they hear the name of my book - The Savage Leader: 13 Principles to Become a Better Leader from the Inside Out.

Savage Leaders have three attributes in common and are those leaders who are bold enough to look inside themselves for what matters most and anchor their lives and careers (and actions!) to those values. In addition, there are 13 Savage Principles that will help you on your path to becoming a great leader, a Savage Leader.

One of the foundational principles in The Savage Leader is about using communication to build meaningful, long-lasting bonds with your team. Savage Principle #3 is “Forge Unbreakable Bonds with Your Tribe” and highlights how active listening, curiosity, humility, and the use of powerful questions will improve your leadership communication while also building and deepening relationships with your team members.

Below is an excerpt from The Savage Leader that highlights the importance of active listening and provides practical tips to start being a better listener. A Savage Listener.