by Art Petty | Sep 7, 2010 | Career, Leadership
As a life-long cyclist, I marvel at marathon runners. Anyone that can propel themselves for 26-plus miles without the aid of pedals, wheels and a chain is simply amazing in my book. The only thing more challenging than training to compete as a distance runner might...
by Art Petty | Sep 6, 2010 | Leadership, Leading Change
It’s nearly first and ten for the 2010 NFL season, and Dan McCarthy, the venerable proprietor of the Great Leadership blog is doing his part to get the party started with his September Leadership Development Carnival. Dan does a great job organizing and...
by Art Petty | Sep 2, 2010 | Career, Leadership
I love this quote from Peter Drucker: “We spend a lot of time teaching our leaders what to do. We don’t spend enough time teaching them what to stop.” Here’s my small contribution on what to “stop doing” immediately. Please add your suggestions to the list. My Start...
by Art Petty | Aug 23, 2010 | Career, Leadership
Overheard: “If I don’t stay on top of my people, nothing gets done.” If lousy leadership were a crime, the owner of the quote above might just merit a short stretch of quality alone-time to reflect on the implications of his statement. There are so many things truly...
by Art Petty | Aug 13, 2010 | Leadership, Uncategorized
It’s easy to get caught up in departmental or team squabbles inside of organizations. My advice: stay clear, stay out of it and learn to think and act for yourself. Some functional squabbles are legendary. Sales versus Marketing. Marketing versus Development....
