You won't find a CEO who doesn't talk about a 'powerful culture' as a source of competitive advantage. At the same time, you'd be hard-pressed to find a CEO who has much of a clue about the strength of that culture.

Leaders are fascinated by future. You are a leader if and only if, you are restless for change, impatient for progress and deeply dissatisfied with status quo. Because in your head, you can see a better future. The friction between 'what is' and 'what could be' burns you, stirs you up, propels you. This is leadership.

True individuality can be lonely.

The true genius of a great manager is his or her ability to individualize. A great manager is one who understands how to trip each person's trigger.

To get the best coaching outcomes, always have your 1-on-1's on your employee's turf not yours. In your office the truth hides.

Sustained success means making the greatest possible impact over the longest period of time

Focusing on strengths is the surest way to greater job satisfaction, team performance and organizational excellence.