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Aug 19 2020

5 Don’ts and 5 Do’s to Strengthen Your Leadership

Written by Michael Corley in Behavior, Blog, Strengthening

Being a leader is simple; however, it is not easy. Do you want to strengthen your leadership? Here 5 Don’ts and 5 Do’s to strengthen how you are perceived as a leader: 5 Don’ts Don’t date an employee. …

Jun 17 2020

If You Are a Hammer, Then Everything is a Nail

Written by Michael Corley in Blog, Leadership

The Lens Through Which You See is Biased How else can very smart people come to different conclusions? I observed this while watching…

Jun 03 2020

Leaders Shouldn’t Be Silent

Written by Michael Corley in Blog, Communication

People crave direction, certainty and candor. In short, people want leadership. During these times of uncertainty, people want or at least expect to hear from their leaders. Now is not the time for someone with the responsibility, obligation…

May 20 2020

2 Ears … 1 Mouth – Use Each in Proportion

Written by Michael Corley in Blog, Communication, Crisis Leadership

A good rule of thumb for a leader: Listen twice as much as you speak. And in light of the need to re-open your business after quarantining, I posit this skill may be the difference between a successful re-opening and…