by Robyn McLeod | May 9, 2024 | Management Skills
A frustration expressed by many leaders is the concern that mediocrity is accepted in their organizations. Poor performers are moved around instead of fired. Status quo rules the day. New ideas are shot down. Covering your butt takes precedent over taking a risk....
by Chatsworth Consulting Group | Dec 26, 2023 | Thoughtful Leadership
“A life spent making mistakes is not only more honorable, but more useful than a life spent doing nothing.” ~George Bernard Shaw I have clients (and colleagues, and friends, and family members…and myself at times) who are so afraid of messing up that they...
by Robyn McLeod | Sep 14, 2023 | Communication
In my coaching practice, I have worked with many clients who hear feedback from their boss, peers, and even their staff that they need to speak up more often. Almost always, these are leaders who are highly regarded and considered smart and technically proficient in...
by Chatsworth Consulting Group | Jan 10, 2023 | Thoughtful Leadership
“I can accept failure, but I can’t accept not trying.” ~Michael Jordan Michael Jordan is one of the greatest athletes of this age. He was an absolute pleasure to watch on the basketball court. I remember when he quit basketball to play baseball. He simply wasn’t as...
by Chatsworth Consulting Group | Aug 16, 2022 | Thoughtful Leadership
“A life spent making mistakes is not only more honorable, but more useful than a life spent doing nothing.” ~George Bernard Shaw I have clients (and colleagues, and friends, and family members…and myself at times) who are so afraid of messing up that they...
