How to Handle Conflict Like The Boss

There are a lot of definitions on what conflict is, but the one I like best is one I heard on a recent podcast with Dr. Nate Regier.  He says that conflict is the disconnect between what I want and what I’m actually experiencing. That’s different than some of the...

How About a Little Respect…

In the Spring of 1997, I was serving on active duty in the Navy, at the rank of Petty Officer First Class. As an enlisted guy, I didn’t fit the profile of most enlisted people.  I had a Master of Arts degree in organizational leadership.  Most enlisted people don’t. ...

How Comfortable are You with Your BOSS Power?

As The Boss, you are usually handed some power.  Power consists of many things.  The most obvious one is what we call Position Power, or positional authority.  People do what we say because of our title or position.  This is normal and there’s nothing wrong with it....