Category Archives: leadership

(#185) Who Should Really Get Off The Bus?

Posted on December 8, 2013 by Steve Piscitelli

If leaders cannot encourage and support open debate— even when it questions the direction of the bus—maybe they should get off the bus. In his best seller, Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap…and Others Don’t, Jim Collins … Continue reading →

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(#182) Making Ends Meet on $27,500 per Month

Posted on November 17, 2013 by Steve Piscitelli

Why did our college leaders give a newly minted millionaire a housing allowance? NOTE: Those of you who follow this blog on a regular basis recognize that I write affirming posts about student and life success issues. Please pardon me, … Continue reading →

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(#181) Knowing—Doing—Being

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Steve Piscitelli

“We are human beings—not human doings.” In a blog on leadership development, Colleen Sharen wrote about the 10/20/70 rule for effectiveness. Simply this means that 10% of leadership development comes from training, 20% from mentoring, and 70% from actually applying … Continue reading →

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(#177) Caring Without Candor Should Raise Concerns

Posted on October 13, 2013 by Steve Piscitelli

It’s one thing to say our students should raise themselves by their own bootstraps. It’s quite another to make sure we provide them with the boots and the straps. Yesterday, I reacquainted myself with an interview of leadership coach and … Continue reading →

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(#173) Sailing or Anchoring?

Posted on September 15, 2013 by Steve Piscitelli

To reach a port, we must sail. Sail, not tie at anchor. Sail, not drift. –Franklin Roosevelt– No doubt, you have heard people use the expression “think outside the box” to encourage creative thinking.  The idea: move beyond your comfort … Continue reading →

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(#167) Standout or Get Left Behind

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Steve Piscitelli

What can you do this week to become the go-to person, the linchpin— the difference maker—in the lives of others, and by so doing, make a huge difference in your life? Last week I read (devoured) Seth Godin’s provocative book, … Continue reading →

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(#164) Nurturing the Optimal Experience for Students and Employees

Posted on July 14, 2013 by Steve Piscitelli

The only thing we are truly sure of is what is in the present. As Leo Buscaglia said years ago, “Yesterday is a canceled check; tomorrow is a promissory note; today is the only cash you have – so spend … Continue reading →

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(#158) Effective Leadership Embodies Influence Over Control

Posted on June 2, 2013 by Steve Piscitelli

“We can’t practice compassion with other people if we can’t treat ourselves kindly.” -Brené Brown- In last week’s post, I listed my top five attributes for effective leadership.  At the top of the list, I had placed the ability to … Continue reading →

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(#157) Effective Leaders: From the Follower’s Perspective

Posted on May 26, 2013 by Steve Piscitelli

I would like to start with a note of thanks to all of my subscribers and readers.  Today marks the beginning of my fourth year writing this weekly blog. Your comments, “likes” and suggestions have given me the energy and … Continue reading →

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(#124) When a Culture of Yes is Really a Culture of No

Posted on October 7, 2012 by Steve Piscitelli

 “It is possible to build a culture around innovation, leadership, and optimism…” Eric Schmidt “Rather than nurture the people on their bus, weak leaders throw them under the bus.” Steve Piscitelli Video recommendation for the week: In a 2008 talk … Continue reading →

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