On Life and Leadership

On Life and Leadership

Leadership

No, I Won't Hold You Accountable
You're only as accountable as you want to be.
Jul 27 • Hans Googer
Expansion, Contraction, or Confrontation?
How we handle ambiguity matters.
Jul 20 • Hans Googer
It's Always a "Busy Season"
Busyness isn't a calendar problem. It's a heart problem.
Jun 8 • Hans Googer
"Because I Said So" Shows We've Lost
You can't lead on a reserve chute.
May 11 • Hans Googer
We Want It to "Feel Organic"
One of the most expensive phrases in leadership
Apr 27 • Hans Googer
Shout-Outs and Own-Ups
When little league beats the conference room
Apr 13 • Hans Googer
Still Favoring the Leg
The knee healed. The fear didn't.
Mar 30 • Hans Googer
Joyful Martyrs
My favorite task is the one I assume you’ll hate.
Mar 16 • Hans Googer
Sandpaper People
We all have them. . . and are changed by them
Mar 2 • Hans Googer
It *is* a Big Deal
Even the small offenses matter
Feb 16 • Hans Googer
Balance is a Joke
Don't let whatabouts keep you from courage.
Feb 2 • Hans Googer
Use ORCA, not RACI
A clearer, more memorable way to define roles and responsibilities
Jan 19 • Hans Googer
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