“Your path doesn’t have to be traditional to be successful.” When people look at a career, they usually see the polished version. If you look online you’ll see people talk…
Tag: Organizational Culture
Serving Internal Customers
“We have internal customers, and the business depends on them.” Early in my career, it was easy to focus on the “real” customer. The person standing in front of you,…
Have the Courage to Speak Up
“Somebody’s either got to step up, or people are going to start to step out.” When poor leadership affects moraLee Cockerell explains why courage and ethical leadership are essential when…
Be Candid About What You Believe
“If people don’t know where you stand, they’ll make it up themselves.” When I took on the role of Executive Vice President of Operations at Walt Disney World, I knew…
Isolation Leads to Anxiety in the Workplace
“Half the battle in life is just talking about it and making sure people feel safe enough to do so.” After working with several universities and reading alarming statistics about…
How a Leader Should Communicate
“Is it hard to be a good leader? Yes, it’s hard. But it’s satisfying to have people you’re helping every day, being available for them, and sharing your knowledge making…