Leadership

What’s Your Pain Point? Why Leaders Must Move Beyond the SymptomsBy Jeremy C. Garlington, Point of View LLC Pain point (noun): That moment when discomfort shifts from tolerable to urgent. When the DIY fixes stop working and you’re forced to admit—privately or publicly—that you need help. In medicine, this might mean reaching for the phone […]

Point of View on Leadership: Seven Short Bursts Originally published as a client e-letter on April 1, 2016By Jeremy C. Garlington | Point of View LLC Dear Clients and Colleagues, For this month’s letter, I’m bringing back a familiar format—short bursts of insight, each offering a direct take on leadership in today’s chaotic, over-analyzed landscape.

Credit: Pinnacle Performance Champions We’re kicking off #LeadItForward, a new initiative to spotlight leaders who embody the spirit of paying it forward—those who give without expecting anything in return and lead with purpose, generosity, and integrity. Unlike the political sphere—where actions often serve a personal or partisan agenda—#LeadItForward is about highlighting real-world examples of people

The Business Field of Dreams (Minus the Corn) Traditional wisdom says: Build a relationship based on mutual need, and the transactions will follow. It’s the Business Field of Dreams theory. Except, instead of Kevin Costner looking for his father in a field of corn, imagine Warren Buffett walking in with bags of cash. But in

A friend of mine, Dan, recently landed a new job with a firm based on another continent. While the job is overseas, his employer has given him the flexibility to continue living in Atlanta with his wife and two children. What started as a temporary contract position has now evolved into a permanent role. It’s

This post aims to reframe the countless “how to be a better leader” lists that flood the business world. The content is born from over 15 years of work, observation, and engagement with business leaders—experiences that have been eye-opening at times. While these rules don’t necessarily apply to the individuals currently vying for the U.S.

What Is a New Narrative? Rethinking the Story Behind Career TransitionsBy Jeremy C. Garlington, Point of View LLC What exactly is a new narrative?It’s a question that arises frequently among professionals facing transition—especially those stepping into new roles, seeking fresh opportunities, or exploring leadership positions. Simply put, a narrative is a story. But in the

When Business Slows: A New Perspective on a Bad MonthBy Jeremy C. Garlington, Point of View LLC Every small to mid-sized business — especially those without large-scale infrastructure or financial leverage — will, at some point, hit a stretch of underperformance. It could be a month. A quarter. Or longer. When this happens, the emotional

Quick, Thought-Provoking Leadership Lessons for Today’s Fast-Paced World Dear Clients and Colleagues, Welcome to the new “Short Bursts (SBs)” format! Originally tailored for specific client needs, we are now expanding it to a broader audience. The world seems to be moving faster than ever, and it often feels like most people don’t have the time

Quick wisdom for deeper leadership growth—whether you’re starting, stuck, or searching. Dear Clients and Colleagues, Our usual monthly letters tend to dive deep into a single theme within our practice areas. This month, however, we’re keeping things a little more on the surface—while still offering rich insights for those who wish to dig deeper. And