Productive Leaders

Ph.D., CSP, CDR, US Navy Ret.,
CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame
Make the buying process easy for the people doing the buying.

Make the buying process easy for the people doing the buying.

Home Make the buying process easy for the people doing the buying. “I do not want personalized attention! I want it now.” This past Saturday I was putting together some fun packages for some of my clients. Sometimes I will send one of my books or workbooks, or a video...
What Aspects of Leadership Best Motivates Gen Z in Today’s Work Environment?

What Aspects of Leadership Best Motivates Gen Z in Today’s Work Environment?

Home What Aspects of Leadership Best Motivates Gen Z in Today’s Work Environment?   Jenny was excited to lead her new team until someone pointed out that she was a Gen X-er, and most of her team members were Generation Z. She felt fairly confident about working...
Delegating Tips, Even If No One Works for You

Delegating Tips, Even If No One Works for You

Home Delegating Tips, Even If No One Works for You My Dad used to say, “Decide. Delegate. And Disappear.” Delegation is an important component of most leadership roles. But you must understand that delegating the job doesn’t mean delegating the responsibility.  You...
7 Energizing Activities to Jump-Start Your Day

7 Energizing Activities to Jump-Start Your Day

Home 7 Energizing Activities to Jump-Start Your Day Mornings can be a tough part of the day. Maybe we did not sleep well. Maybe we are not getting enough sleep on a regular basis. Maybe we woke up during the night, so we are not well rested. You may be like me, and...
It is Time We Reengage, Renew, and Reignite Our Desire to Find Solutions.

It is Time We Reengage, Renew, and Reignite Our Desire to Find Solutions.

Home It is Time We Reengage, Renew, and Reignite Our Desire to Find Solutions. Early in my Navy career, I had a boss who told me that one of my main jobs was to find, search for, and identify problems that were getting in the way of our mission. And then seconds later...