


How The Best Leaders Enable Confidence To Triumph Over Fear
Michele PW (Pariza Wacek) has reframed the Stockdale Paradox in a way that can help all of us. Her fundamental premise is that “fear is false evidence appearing real.” It’s crippling. The only way to conquer it is confidence – confidence in the real truth, confidence...
Why Different Talks Require Precise Scripts Versus General Talking Points
Talking points and full scripts each have advantages and disadvantages. Choose between them based on how precise your words need to be and your own confidence in the subject. Leverage talking points when you’re confident and can be flexible. Use a full script when...
How To Leverage Purpose, Frameworks And Incentives To Increase Your Influence
Influencing individuals can be done by telling, selling, testing, consulting, or co-creating. Doesn’t work with large groups of people over time. That requires systematic influence based on purpose, frameworks, and incentives. Purpose drives emotion – why. Frameworks...
A Shining Example Of Aligning Around A Cause — The Barth Syndrome Foundation
Alignment around a cause is the most enduring and powerful level of alignment. As Steve McCurdy was telling me about the most recent Barth Syndrome Foundation (BSF) conference, the power of a compelling cause to make people put aside any petty jealousies and conflicts...