I dare you to… Encourage growth. When others look to expand their responsibility or influence, it’s in our best interest as leaders to support them. When we see potential and capability in someone who is afraid to grow, sometimes we might have to push them to do so. As leaders, it’s our job to help … Continue reading
I dare you to… Ban the sandwich. The feedback “sandwich,” that is. You know, the one where, in the guise of being fair and kind, you sandwich the real developmental feedback between two compliments. If someone needs to improve in order to meet expectations (and possibly keep their job, get a promotion, etc), it’s a … Continue reading
I dare you to… Encourage effort. When your baby is learning to walk, you don’t express disappointment, forbid her from trying again, or ignore her if she falls down. What would happen if you did? Learning a new skill is hard, but with the right support, we believe in ourselves and keep trying. So what … Continue reading
I Dare You To… Learn something new. Grow your own wisdom by taking a class, reading a book, shadowing someone who knows how to do something you don’t. Let others know you’re learning and trying to grow. No matter how much we know or how much experience we have, we can and should keep learning. … Continue reading
Daily Leadership Dare 