by Art Petty | Sep 10, 2009 | Career, Leadership, Leading Change
A note from Art: This dual post was the outcome of a casual exchange of thoughts via Twitter that quickly evolved into a must-write piece and fun collaboration. My partner in crime here is Mary Jo Asmus, the author of the outstanding Intentional Leadership...
by Art Petty | Sep 8, 2009 | Career, Decision-Making, Leadership, Leadership Caffeine
The formula is simple and the outcome is predictable. Treat people with respect and they will generally return the courtesy many times over. The word “respect” just might work as the lone word in the world’s shortest chapter in the world’s shortest and most effective...
by Art Petty | Sep 5, 2009 | Career, Leadership
Just in time for a long holiday weekend, Dan McCarthy is hosting the always exciting and often inspiring Leadership Development Carnival at his home blogging base at Great Leadership. Aside from the way over the top kind words that he has for me and this blog (Thanks,...
by Art Petty | Aug 31, 2009 | Career, Leadership
The irony wasn’t missed by me that as I was packing up today to head to a speaking engagement, my college freshman son called to let me know that he was on his way to deliver a speech in class. The only thing that separated us for the moment was 30 years and a few...
by Art Petty | Aug 30, 2009 | Career, Leadership, Leadership Caffeine
Self-confidence is rocket fuel for leaders. Used carefully and ignited under the proper conditions, it propels you and those around you to remarkable heights. However, beware the narrow tolerance ranges of your own self-confidence. Too little and you act and are...