Leaders are dedicated to self-improvement. Being the one in charge doesn’t mean you know everything or have all the answers. If you’re a WOW leader, you realize that every day is an opportunity to change, grow, and learn! –Sheri StaakRead more
When you need a boost, are looking for answers, or need some positive reinforcement, try mentoring yourself! No, that doesn’t mean simply giving yourself a glorified ego stroking or a self-inflicted pat on the back. Mentoring yourself can be a constructive and productive way of self-evaluation and Read more
Organization is a skill like any other. While some people seem to be naturally equipped to be more effective organizers, others fall short. Those with a propensity for cluttered desks and scattered schedules aren’t hopeless, however. The fundamentals of organization are easily taught to those Read more
Most of what I write about WOW and DUD leaders is fairly straightforward–that is, there are clear-cut traits and characteristics that define and identify those in the two categories. For the most part, I can easily recognize a DUD when I’m forced to work with one. Identifying a WOW leader is also quite Read more
In business, forming cooperative relationships with like-minded WOWs helps you keep your friends close. But your enemies need attention, too. Don’t make the mistake of ignoring or avoiding those who oppose you or stand apart from your objectives. You need to know where the beast lurks and what makes it tick Read more
A DUD leader is notorious for issuing DUD or no directives at all…and then being negative, demeaning, and seemingly dumbfounded that great results were not somehow achieved. Those who are part of the DUD-led team, or those watching from the sidelines, are left shaking their heads and wondering: Read more
Superheroes have their villains, and WOW leaders have their own kind of nemesis–the DUD. Naturally, we revere the superhero and loathe the villain…but what would one be without the other? There’s no yin without the yang, no good without the bad. So when it comes to villains and DUDs, Read more
We all know the type: big shots with dazzling personas and an almost evangelical charisma who look good on the outside, but in reality, are disappointing and lackluster leaders. They might wear the suit well, but there’s no substance underneath. And yet, they are often in positions of great power and Read more
Happy Father’s Day to all the outstanding Dads out there! The role of Dad is more important than any career title or work achievement, because you’re helping to shape the future of those you love. –Sheri StaakRead more
Do something to help someone else today. Give of your time, share what you have, or find a way to make someone’s day a little bit better. The more you give back, the happier you’ll be. –Sheri StaakRead more