by Lance | Jul 8, 2010 | Effectiveness, Inspiration, Leadership
I discovered this on the Internet -I am not sure where, nor do I know the name ofthe artist who created this.(Please let me know if you do so I can provide attribution). I love this image for a number of reasons – it is so rich with lessons. Here are some...
by Lance | Jun 26, 2010 | Authenticity, Effectiveness, Inspiration, Leadership, Oneness, Truthfulness, Values
I read a press release this morning in which the first line was, “Big business has fallen from grace.” I come from a generation and a belief that the greatest agent for change in our world is big business. I’ve also come to the conclusion that, very...
by Lance | Jun 6, 2010 | Leadership
I am about to embark on one of the mostimportant projects I have ever undertaken – a missionthat could have a profound impact onthe world – or fizzle. This will depend on three things: 1. How well prepared I am, and how well I execute this mission. 2....
by Lance | May 20, 2010 | Leadership
I walk in through the front door. I am nervous. The technology is over my head. Complex equipment surrounds me. People are milling around everywhere. I am not sure what to expect. I decide to approach a staff member, smartly dressed in blue, and ask for help. Where am...
by Lance | Apr 4, 2010 | Courage, Effectiveness, Inspiration, Leadership, Service, Truthfulness, Values
I have long been fascinated by the workings ofour education systems. Often, the work I do with senior leaders requires moving through some dysfunctional behaviors to bring about functional, high-performance practices. I often wonder, “Where did these people...
by Lance | Mar 16, 2010 | Leadership
I have spent the last four years preparing my new book, The Spark, the Flame, and the Torch, which is due out in May, 2010. Writing a book is an interesting (catch-all adjective!) process. First comes the idea, which could probably be written in one short sentence....
