It might sound a bit odd, but there’s plenty of things the C-suite can learn from stand-up comedians.
Leader
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When identifying your next generation of leaders, there are some qualities you should look for, and some you should avoid.
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Being cautious and reasonable about your growth plans is a smarter move than filling seats just for the sake of beefing up the org chart.
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“This was the fourth or fifth time since 1997 that Zweig Group has done one of these events coupled with a racing school. They always get me thinking.”
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Ditch the ego, the fancy title, and the unnecessary rules. Instead, be the spark that inspires your team members to follow their passions. If you are a manager, you have…
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“So many firms in the AEC business are making transitions right now. Aging boomers in their 60s and 70s are selling down, and their chosen successors are taking the reins.”…
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“Clients, co-workers, partners – they aren’t always completely forthright in their communications. Despite this fact, your success ultimately depends on understanding them.” If you work in an AEC firm as…
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COO of Aguirre & Fields, LP (Best Firm Multi-discipline #27 for 2018), a 120-person engineering firm based in Houston. By Liisa Andreassen Correspondent “If you haven’t started planning for ownership…
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In a time of polarization and crass tribalism, don’t forget the founding norms of respect and civility. It’ll be good for you, your firm, and your clients. I’ve finally gotten…
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If you request even a minute of precious time to meet with your firm’s leader, make sure you don’t waste the moment. If there is one thing I have…
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As a coach, your choices can impact the fate of your team members, so take pains to put the right people in the right places. I didn’t grow up in…
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We can always improve. Take these steps and your life as a leader will get much better. Confronting those who are not doing their jobs. This is one of the…