Servant Leadership & Technology
The Scenario: An Unrealistic Demand While working for a large, rapidly expanding non-profit, I was tasked with upgrading the organization’s technology. We anticipated doubling in scale over 12 months. Adding to the challenge was an already understaffed technology department, supporting antiquated technology. The task was daunting, but we had an amazing team. My boss, the [...]
The Scenario: Overconfident I was hired to deliver a new back office software suite. Prior to my arrival, the project had struggled to get off the ground, so expectations were high. They placed a lot of hope in me and perceived me as the “hero” outside hire. What was worse, I knew and believed the hype [...]
I recently received feedback that I am multitasking too much in meetings. The perception is that I am not engaged enough. This bothers me especially because multitasking during meetings has long been a pet peeve of my own. Therefore, I’m dedicating myself to fixing this. Here’s why: A good leader serves their organization through active [...]
Much of what I practice in both leadership and technology roles, I first learned early in my career. In fact, the early years of my career formed the lens through which I view most of my professional perspectives. While I have grown, adapted and expanded many perspectives since those formative years, I was fortunate to [...]
When you feel like the answer is obvious, but nobody wants to listen, you are not alone. When everyone else seems focused on their personal pestige, rather than serving stakeholders, you are not alone. When you want to scream at the narcacisists entitled with executive job descriptions, you are not alone. When it seems overwhelming [...]
What is a Decision Document? Used properly, a decision document can be informal, help you break through processes and speed up your initiative.
I believe in situational leadership.” Situational leadership?! Please. Try a poor excuse for inconsistency and unpredictability.
These 5 questions can help an interviewer assess the servant leadership potential for a candidate in their organization. Each includes good and bad examples.
Ever been frustrated by prioritization decisions that focused on a single, hard benefit, without looking at the bigger picture? Comprehensive ROI is the secret.
Advanced degrees are in no danger of being replaced by publishing models. However, more professionals are finding similar benefits from publishing.
