Read 4 In 3 Summer Reading Challenge THE CHALLANGE: Read 4 books in 3-months; between now and the end of September! CEOs read 60 books per year, five books per month, according to a recent Fast Company survey. Are you in this “reading bracket”? If not, why not? As a leader, you want to […]
The Future of Work Today Returning to Tomorrow’s Workplace by Jim Solomon and Bruce LaRue, Ph.D. “Treat employees like they make a difference, and they will.” – Jim Goodnight The future of work continues to emerge daily as leaders address how the workspace will look for their organization today, while keeping an eye on how it […]
by Jim Solomon and Bruce LaRue, Ph.D. “Owners make Investments. Renters make Excuses.” – Quinn McDowell, Building Purpose Driven Leaders During the “great resignation” of 2021-2022”, some studying this phenomenon claim that employers should strive to keep their employees happy. We suggest a different strategy – to retain top talent, leaders must develop an “ownership mentality” […]
LET’S TALK… IT’S ALL ABOUT WE, NOT ME “Honored to have been invited to the “1873 Speaker Series” to talk leadership”, Jim Solomon, CEO & Founding Partner Chambers Bay Institute. Click here to view video An accomplished leader, Jim’s focus today is to share with others as a leadership coach, advisor, and author. Following his […]
Small Habits, Impactful Outcomes Your Systems Matter by Jim Solomon and Bruce LaRue, Ph.D. “You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.” – James Clear, Atomic Habits Small Habits According to James Clear, one of the world’s leading experts on habit formation and a […]
“Success is never final, failure is never fatal. It’s courage that counts.” – John Wooden by Jim Solomon and Bruce LaRue, Ph.D. What was true last year, may have a completely new meaning today. Your strategy, your goals, your customers, and even your workforce, once known and understood, now are likely different. Today’s leaders must possess the unique […]
“Patience is virtue, and I’m learning. It’s a tough lesson.” -Elon Musk by Jim Solomon and Bruce LaRue, Ph.D. How do you handle it when stuck in traffic? Does your mind wonder to other things you feel you should be doing when you are supposed to be listening to a subordinate? Do you struggle allowing your team to […]
Integrator Leaders believe they exist to help their team succeed. They serve as mentors and coaches, helping their people to learn, grow, and achieve their personal best. By sharing your time to listen, ask questions, and challenge thoughts or ideas, you demonstrate that you care. Make introductions and help with networking. Share about books, podcasts, […]
Influence: Up, Down, Cross-Functional Leader Influence in a Post Pandemic World “The key to successful leadership is influence, not authority.” –Kenneth H. Blanchard by Jim Solomon and Bruce LaRue, Ph.D. Integrator Leaders Lead Through Influence Integrator Leaders create a clear compass heading for their team while helping them develop the map to get from here to there. They […]
It Takes a Leader – #FinishStrong Leading Through Breast Cancer “All managers know that they need to help their employees through challenging times. But almost no manager is prepared for when one of their direct reports announces that he or she has cancer.” – Anne Sugar by Jim Solomon Are you prepared to lead your team […]
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