Author Archives: bhaskett

Worldviews, Unlearning and The Power of Questioning

Posted on December 14, 2017 by bhaskett

Leaders have a big problem.  We are constantly making major decisions through a biased worldview.  When those decisions are wrong, there can be major consequences. We see worldview when we visit a foreign country.  Should we eat dinner at 5pm … Continue reading →

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Leadership Lessons from Hurricane Harvey

Posted on August 28, 2017 by bhaskett

As I sit here in the Houston area surrounded by catastrophe, I can’t help but think about these events through the lens of leadership lessons. Eventually, the experts will publish facts on the human toll and financial cost of this … Continue reading →

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Leadership is for the Courageous

Posted on September 6, 2016 by bhaskett

As a leader, you set a vision, rally energy into that vision, and remove obstacles. The vision you establish should be bold, which requires taking risk. Try making a bold vision without risk, and you’ll end up with a cowardly vision that inspires no … Continue reading →

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Transparency and Directness

Posted on May 10, 2016 by bhaskett

Leaders focus finite resources onto specific actions and goals.  When goals are difficult and resources are scarce (always!), there can be zero tolerance for noise. What is noise?  Anything that jeopardizes the efficiency of those scarce resources in accomplishing their … Continue reading →

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Real Leaders Drive Towards the Goal

Posted on January 5, 2016 by bhaskett

Constantly challenge yourself and your team to stop doing what is convenient or expected, and instead do what is necessary Continue reading →

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The Trap of Likability

Posted on February 17, 2015 by bhaskett

There are a number of traps that immature leaders fall into. Few are as prevalent and detrimental as the leader who wants to be liked. They think that being a leader is like being class president – being charismatic and … Continue reading →

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Never Confuse Progress with Winning

Posted on November 4, 2014 by bhaskett

Everyone likes a winner.  In sports, the teams that consistently win will enjoy a more loyal fan base.  Last year’s 1-11 team that finishes 3-9 this year has enjoyed a 200% increase in their wins, yet their fan base is … Continue reading →

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Communicating with Executives

Posted on July 1, 2014 by bhaskett

When you have discussions with executives, do you commonly feel like they aren’t listening to you?  Do your recommendations fall flat?  Are you quickly dismissed?  Does it seem like you’re talking to a wall? It that occurs are a frequent … Continue reading →

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Honing Your Edge: Tenacity

Posted on September 24, 2013 by bhaskett

Setting yourself apart in the competitive business world really is not that difficult if you are willing to engage your brain and put in some hard work.  One area to develop an edge over your competition is tenacity; defined as … Continue reading →

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How to Soar During Times of Upheaval

Posted on June 13, 2013 by bhaskett

During times of chaotic change, most people in the workplace will retract into their shell in a defensive posture and wait.  We wait for the layoffs to cease. We wait for the organizational announcements to settle down. We wait for the … Continue reading →

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