“Development’s hard. You have to have the guts to sit down and talk to somebody and tell them some hard news sometimes. Training’s easy. Everybody loves the training. You’re learning…
Author: Lee Cockerell
Add a Plus to the Work You Do
“Always do what they expect and then give them something they don’t expect. A little plus it up. Give them a little bit more.” It felt like time to take…
Be Clear About What It Is Like to Work With You
In hiring, clarity is key. Lay it out upfront: the hard work, long hours, and expectations. Magic happens not by chance but by setting clear, honest expectations. Be transparent…
Don't Underestimate What You Can Accomplish
“Don’t underestimate the influence you have every day on other people around you.” Leadership starts at home. Parenting taught me clarity and trust. A while back my son, Daniel…
Build Relationships Before You Need Them
“Make sure you’re doing things for other people long before you’re going to ask them to do something for you.” A crucial aspect of leadership and management is building relationships…
Helping an Employee Deal with Burnout
“I think 99% of the time, they don’t tell you everything that is causing that, and maybe they don’t even know.” One topic that resonates with many professionals is employee…