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On this day in leadership history in 1804, the United States’ first secretary of the treasury, Alexander Hamilton, was killed by Vice President Aaron Burr in a duel. What’s the leadership lesson? Honorable leaders find better ways to solve day-to-day problems and disputes. Lead the way!   Burr–Hamilton Duel – Wikipedia         […]

“Clear communication strengthens a team’s bond and allows them to collaborate better, bringing the best ideas and efforts into focus toward accomplishing goals.” – Lee Ellis        

Distractions are everywhere, and leaders know they need good habits that ground them in what is most important. Being productive seems to be more difficult when people are thinking about taking vacations and traveling. Friend and colleague, Mary Kelly, has some great recommendations—please read this article on her website.             […]

Here they are, and download your copy: 1. Tell the truth even when it’s difficult. Avoid duplicity and deceitful behavior. 2. Treat others with dignity and respect. Take the lead, and communicate value to others. 3. Keep your word and your commitments. Ask for relief sooner than later if necessary. 4. Be ethical. Operate within the laws of the land, the guidelines of […]

Check out Lee’s new interview on The Higher Gear CIO Podcast as they discuss the topic “Being Intentional with Your Culture”. In this 20-minute conversation, Lee offers his experience and advice on coaching and training on how to build culture. Please listen and then post your comments and wisdom below too –       […]

We often hear how much people enjoy the audio book narrated by Lee Ellis entitled “Leading with Honor: Leadership Lessons from the Hanoi Hilton.” Pick up a CD copy in our Online Store or download a digital copy from your favorite audio book provider –      

Happy Independence Day from Lee Ellis and the Leading with Honor Team #FreedomIsntFree    

“Knowledge is powerful. Knowledge shared is more powerful. Knowledge from the people who use it every day is the most powerful of all.” – Tom Crawford        

One of Leading with Honor’s favorite nonprofit organizations in the Air Warrior Courage Foundation. It was formed by military aviators to “care for our own,” their mission and focus is on active duty, guard, reserve, and retired military personnel and their families needing financial assistance for medical, educational, and other extraordinary expenses not covered by […]

Free Infographic! A lack of positive accountability in personal and work relationships can be catastrophic for all involved. Want to know the 5 primary obstacles to accountability? This practical tool shows the lack of accountability, the obstacles, the 4C’s of making accountability a regular part of honorable leadership. Check out it and post your comments […]

Every human is unique — and the best leaders know why this might be an advantage. Learn how embracing different talents and abilities, both our own and those of others, can lead to more effective leadership and success. Grounded in statistical research and supported by data from millions of clients and more than 45 years […]

It takes work to gain clarity by communicating and over-communicating to get alignment. In my 30 years of work in the art and science of natural behavioral assessment, it’s a distinct characteristic that clarity doesn’t come naturally for many leaders not to mention the variety of behavioral profile types on your team that hear and […]