Welcome

Welcome. Relax, have some fun, make yourself at home. Let me introduce you to this blog.
I’ve been involved in leadership development for over 15 years, first as a program participant, then as a volunteer and program director, and now as an independent trainer/consultant. In that time I think I’ve stumbled upon the core principle of effective leadership: while leaders have to take their responsibilities very seriously, they shouldn’t take themselves too seriously. That’s one of the main reasons for this blog; to help those leaders who have trouble poking fun at themselves. Along the way we’ll look for leadership lessons in some unusual places and try to demystify and “demythtify” what leadership is. My hope is that with each post you’ll both learn a little and laugh a little.
A couple of “heads-ups” for future posts. I grew up in a family where smart@$# was considered not only a term of endearment but also a compliment. If any of my comments seem out of place or confusing, just imagine them being said in a sarcastic tone with raised eyebrows and you should be fine. Also, it is my intention to make sure that the character of the posts never becomes mean spirited. However, that doesn’t mean that follies of some groups and individuals won’t occasionally be singled out in order to emphasize a point. So if you happen to be a politician, investment banker, auto executive, or editor for a celebrity magazine, please don’t take offense, just come back later to laugh at someone else.

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