by Art Petty | Nov 5, 2018 | Leadership, Leadership Caffeine, Leadership Power-Ups
So, You Had a Bad Day (Week, Month, Quarter): When your usual positive attitude takes a holiday and leaves you alone with your grumpier more cynical self, it’s time for action. And while the idea of turning in your resignation after telling off the higher-ups is a...
by Art Petty | Jan 14, 2018 | Challenging Conversations, Decision-Making, Emerging Leaders, First Time Manager Series, Leadership, Leadership Caffeine
The idea of journaling sounds old-fashioned and even anachronistic in our era. Nonetheless, much like the simple but powerful checklist tool for productivity and quality, a properly maintained journal is a powerful and eminently utilitarian tool for promoting...
by Art Petty | Jun 12, 2015 | Leadership
Before you move into a well-earned weekend of whatever it is you enjoy doing, take time today to address a few key leadership items on your agenda. The benefits of finishing strong will carry through into a great weekend and positive re-start on Monday. 1. Catch-Up on...
by Art Petty | Dec 13, 2010 | Career, Leadership, Leadership Caffeine
It’s easy to start believing the praise you hear in the hallways about your leadership approach. Easy and dangerous. I’ve always been leery of the unfounded and saccharine-sweet praise that is bestowed upon leaders. While you may call me cynical, I prefer to think of...
by Art Petty | Jul 20, 2009 | Leadership, Leadership Caffeine
Notes from Art: My week has already started with a double jolt of leadership caffeine. I speak Monday afternoon on one of my favorite topics: “High Performance Trade Show Marketing Practices” at TS2 in Chicago at McCormick Place, based on the content in the e-guide...
