Posts by Steven Mays
Driving Out Despair
Despair is the opposite of love. Despair is a powerful emotion that PREVENTS you from acting (for the benefit or detriment of others). It is the ultimate shutdown button on your soul. When you are in despair, you cannot lead.
Read MorePower versus Leadership
There is a difference between power and leadership. In simplest terms, power is the ability to impact the actions of another without their consent. Leadership is getting others to act for a common goal based on their consent.
Read MoreThe No-Win Scenario
Leaders cannot solve every problem. There are times when no solution seems appropriate. Nevertheless, leaders are expected to act even in the most confounding situations.
Read MoreResponding to Failure
There are some implications of probability theory for leaders that cannot be ignored. Among them are the Leadership Rules of Probability listed below and a humorous example of the concept.
Read MoreMalicious Compliance
People in despair act on their frustrations in inventive ways. Malicious compliance is one of them. It is a warning sign the leadership is failing.
Read MoreCourage and Compassion in Action (Part 2)
Courage involves three things. Overcoming fear. Acting to help others. Disregarding consequences to oneself. This story shows how lack of courage can have a big impact.
Read MoreCourage and Compassion in Action (Part 1)
Sometimes it takes courage to act in a compassionate manner. Even actions of children can provide adults with examples of how to act courageously.
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