When America raced to send the first men into space, they trained their astronauts in one critical skill above all others: the art of not panicking. This isn’t just a fascinating piece of history – it’s a powerful lesson for every leader. In today’s high-stakes world, where every decision impacts your team and organization, mastering calm under pressure isn’t … [Read more...]
Turnover Isn’t a Mystery. Here’s Why Your Rock Stars Are Outta Here
Let’s have a candid moment here: When turnover hits your team, who’s walking out the door? Is it your rock stars who are packing up their desks while the underperformers are still warming their seats? If so, you might want to stop pointing fingers at HR and start looking in the mirror. Arnold Glasgow said it best: "One of the tests of leadership is the ability to … [Read more...]
Why Leaders Are Always in Danger of Abusing Power
Hey fellow leader, it's Dr. Linda from Maximized Leaders, here to help you unpack a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of leadership: the ever-present risk of power abuse by those at the helm. Let's dive straight into the heart of the matter. Imagine you're the boss, the go-to person, the one with all the answers. It feels great, right? You've got this unique vantage point … [Read more...]
Working on Vacation? Six Ways You’re Destroying Your Leadership Influence
Vacation? Fugeddabout it: Why chronic availability is sabotaging your leadership influence and your team's ability to follow you. Greetings, fellow leader! Dr. Linda Travelute here, your guide to maximizing both your impact and your well-being at Maximized Leaders. Today, we're diving into a topic as vital as it is often overlooked: vacations. Yes, those magical, … [Read more...]
Live2Lead: Lake Nona
Join us Oct 11. Lake Nona and surrounding areas for Live2Lead, John Maxwell’s Live Leadership & Personal Development Simulcast. You’ll learn from elite thinkers, including: Rachel Hollis, #1 NYT bestselling author and entrepreneur, Angela Ahrendts, senior vice president of retail for Apple, Inc., Marcus Buckingham, global researcher and thought leader, John C. Maxwell, … [Read more...]