Ego vs. Conscience: Striking the Right Balance In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to oversimplify what we read, see, and hear. But for any leader seeking real insight, one powerful lens to view experiences through is the dynamic between ego and conscience—both on a personal level and in the broader, existential sense. Stephen Covey, in […]
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Leaders & Laggards: A Look at Success and Missteps “Leaders & Laggards” examines individuals who have leveraged strong values and decisive action to drive positive change—versus those who have failed to do so. Leaders: Setting the Standard Charles Prince, Chairman & CEO, Citigroup Prince has led Citigroup—a former symbol of Wall Street excess—back to credibility
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Reputation Matters The 10th annual Reputation Quotient Study, published in Monday’s Wall Street Journal, reveals some predictable findings. (Full study here: Harris Interactive Reputation Study) But beyond the obvious, there’s an overlooked factor—how personal reputation can either elevate or destroy a company’s standing. Case in Point: Disney’s Fall from Grace This year’s biggest loser? Disney.Once
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And the Next President Is… Actually, we don’t know yet. It may take a while to determine the winner. As the votes continue to roll in, here are some point-of-view (lower case) overtones to consider: If Bush Wins… He’ll be able to point back to the War on Terrorism as his “One Big Thing” that carried
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Why Disney Won’t Get What It Needs So, Disney is on the hunt for a new Chief Executive Officer—no surprise there. But will they actually find the leader they truly need? Not likely. Here’s why: 1️⃣ A Reputation in Ruins Disney was once built on the visionary leadership of one man, Walt Disney. Today, however,
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When You’re Number Two Chief Operating Officers and other c-suite subordinates, take note: Tuesday’s vice presidential debate highlights the crucial balance between serving the team and using your own views to create differentiation. Vice President Dick Cheney exemplifies the ultimate number two role. While he remains a steadfast supporter of the president’s policies, he also
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