The Strategist
How Gratitude Makes You a Better Leader
There's really no denying that gratitude is an important quality for an effective leader. But it's also not a characteristic that frequently shows up in conversations about leadership. Instead, the talk is usually on strength, goal setting, and growth, which are all...
How Do We Grow Confidence as a Leader Without Becoming Arrogant?
Last night the Milwaukee Bucks won the NBA championship and Giannis Antetokounmpo was awarded the well-deserved MVP title. Just a few days before their big win, SPEARity CEO Darren Fisher shared a few thoughts around a quote from the MVP. "When you focus on the...
The Leadership Secret of Keeping It Simple
I know "leadership secret" might have drawn you in, but let's be honest—there really aren't any leadership "secrets" out there. Thanks to the modern world we live in, it's really easy to find information on anything you want. If you really desire to be a good leader,...
10 Common Leadership Challenges to Avoid
We all know that person in our life who is a natural-born leader. It doesn't matter what role they're in, people just gravitate toward them and look to them for direction and guidance. It's like they're not even trying. It just happens. Seeing examples like this can...
Is Your Hustle Good or Bad? 5 Signs You’re Working Too Hard
Hustle is good right? That's how things get done. Those who hustle are the ones that succeed. People hustle in their 9-5 jobs. Then they have their side-hustle. Employees hustle to keep their boss happy. And entrepreneurs hustle to get the clients in the door....
5 Tips for Hiring Post-Pandemic
"We're Hiring!" I'm seeing that sign in so many of the businesses that I come across on a daily basis. And it's not just in my neighborhood. It's the pattern all over right now. Last week I was speaking with a business friend in Scotland, who is finding the exact same...
The Role Connection Plays in Success & Leadership
Recently I started watching season 2 of The Undercover Billionaire. I really enjoyed the first season and while this season is a little different, I still feel there are so many lessons to be learned. But there's one key message that continues to show up over and over...
Five Ways to Grow as a Leader this Summer
Summer is here! Remember how great that used to be as a kid. School was out. You had nothing to do but run around, hang out with your friends and eat popsicles (Flintstones push pops were my favorite). As a leader6/8/21 and an adult, summer doesn't look exactly like...
10 Leadership Lessons from SPEARity CEO Darren Fisher
Over the past couple of years, SPEARity CEO, Darren Fisher, has been doing a leadership vlog. Listed below, are ten important leadership lessons he has shared. 1. Receiving Feedback as a Leader Do you receive feedback well or do you get upset with the source? Great...
10 Tips for Leading More Productive Team Meetings
Even before the pandemic began meetings were a problem for companies. Getting people together may seem like the best way to communicate information while also gathering ideas from the team. However, there is a fine line between effective meetings and ones that waste...
5 Reasons Leaders Need to Take a Break
There's a common problem that entrepreneurs, business owners, leaders and managers run into—working too much. It seems that there is always more work to be done and tasks that need your attention. It's easy to fall for the myth that if you just work a little harder or...
Overcoming Setbacks as a Leader
Life as a leader isn't always easy. Despite the perception that some have of leaders living a glamourous life where things always go right, it doesn't work like that. As a leader, you're going to face setbacks, challenges, and obstacles on your way to success. It's...
How to Improve Your Decision Making as a Leader
Being a leader comes with a lot of power. You may find that you're often in the decision making role of your department or company. And they're counting on you to make the right decision. As we learned from Spider-Man, "With great power comes great responsibility."...
7 Tips on How to Be Coachable
There are a few things that contribute to how successful business coaching and leadership development coaching sessions are. While most people like to think that it all boils down to how talented your coach is, that's not what it's all about. Now, don't get me wrong,...
5 Ways to Use Tech to Reach Your Business Goals
It's 2021 and if tech isn't a part of your business, it needs to be. There are so many ways that you can incorporate tech into your business to make it run more efficiently. This not only reduces unnecessary stress in your life, but it can also help you reach your...
How to Beat Overwhelm in the Workplace
If you're feeling overwhelmed and stressed at work moving into Q2 of 2021, we have a few tips that can help you. And I'll avoid the long introduction to save you a few minutes. 1. Set goals and priorities It's easy to get overwhelmed when you don't know what you're...
The Role of HR in Leadership Development
HR leaders are busy individuals! They are tasked with a wide variety of goals and jobs. And one of those important jobs is finding and developing great leaders. It's not just about hiring managers to fill vacant roles, it's about finding the right talent to hire that...
6 Leadership Tips to Prepare for a Strong Second Quarter
As always, the first quarter of the year has flown by. It's time to be reviewing the things that went well and the things that didn't get accomplished during that time. It's also time to make sure those Q2 goals are established that will help you work toward the...