Chaos Creates Clarity

Chaos Creates Clarity

Recently I was watching a  documentary  on Steven Spielberg. It was interesting as it went through all the movies he’s made. It sounded like things were a bit out of control at times. They described one movie where some challenges came up unexpectedly, and...
Reverse Role Models

Reverse Role Models

What can you learn from observing people or companies you don’t want to be like?   I’ve experienced a number of reverse role models, especially early in my career, and have learned many lessons on what NOT to do!   Before Service Express, I worked...
Thinking Strategically vs. Tactically

Thinking Strategically vs. Tactically

Leaders, it’s early February; hopefully, you’ve done your goal setting. You should be doing vision talks with your team members and thinking about where you’re going in 2023 and beyond.    Now it’s time to set back, gut-check...
A Leader’s Most Powerful Words

A Leader’s Most Powerful Words

“I don’t know” are three of the most powerful words a leader can say.    Last week, I was talking through an issue with one of my executives. We weren’t exactly on the same page, and I was trying to explain my point of view, but...
Confrontation is Healthy

Confrontation is Healthy

Confrontation is good; it reduces stress! Wait a minute, how could confrontation reduce stress? Usually, we think of it as a cause of stress, but how often have you laid awake at night or woken up at night thinking about things that bother you? It could be something...