by John G. Self | Apr 1, 2011 | Leadership, Recruiting
Should a business hire an executive with an impressive record of accomplishment in improving operations and financial performance who is “high profile, charismatic and dynamic” even though reference reports suggest that he has a temper and that his...
by John G. Self | Mar 16, 2011 | Career Management
Words matter. Actions fulfill the promise of those words. When a leader’s actions do not match his or her words, he/she is creating an environment that will compromise their achievements, damage their brand and, worse, limit the success of the...
by John G. Self | Jan 13, 2011 | Career Management
As we began the New Year, America lost one of its important heroes, a great leader from a generation filled with remarkable leaders, known and unknown. Richard "Dick" Winters was an intensely private and humble man who had asked that the news of his death...
by John G. Self | Oct 19, 2010 | Leadership
Too many CEOs shy away from one strong leadership skill that could make the difference between good and great: passion. Passion comes in many forms and shapes, but you must be willing to show it in order to leverage it. Today, people are desperate for good, solid...
by John G. Self | Jul 26, 2010 | Healthcare, Leadership
Management silos kill organizations. They destroy collaboration. They foster gamesmanship when there should be cooperation. They encourage valueless battles over turf issues at the expense of customers.In healthcare organizations, management silos contribute to...
