Leadership History Lesson for March 5th
On this day in leadership history in 1922, “Annie Oakley” (Phoebe Ann Moses) broke all existing records for women’s trap shooting. She hit 98 out of 100 targets. What’s the […]
Leading with Honor Wisdom for Today, March 3, 2023
“Honor was another important part of our resilience that helped us endure the POW era, and it’s closely tied to values and commitment. By definition, honor is ‘adherence to what […]
Coaching Clip – Smitty and Louise Harris: A Values Leadership Lesson
In this new coaching clip, Lee reflects one of the brand-new stories in the upcoming book, Captured by Love. Smitty and Louise Harris overcame extreme obstacles early in their lives […]
Coaching Blog – The Connection Between Common Values and Team Success
Do you ever wonder how people have overcome extreme challenges and emerged stronger people? Here’s a quick story about my former POW cellmate Smitty Harris and his wife Louise. (Read […]
Interview – Teaching Learning Leading Podcast
If you’re a K12 educator or know a K12 educator, Lee had a great interview on the “Teaching Learning Leading” Podcast reflecting on leadership lessons learned and how to apply […]
Leadership History Lesson for February 26th
On this day in leadership history in 1919 in Arizona, the Grand Canyon was established as a National Park with an act of the U.S. Congress. What’s the leadership lesson? […]
Leading with Honor Wisdom for Today, February 24, 2023
“Truth is tough. It will not break, like a bubble, at a touch; nay, you may kick it about all day like a football, and it will be round and […]
The Latest from Lee’s Bookshelf – “Resonant Leadership”
The Latest Leadership Recommendation from Lee’s Bookshelf – “Resonant Leadership: Renewing Yourself and Connecting with Others Through Mindfulness, Hope and Compassion” by Richard Boyatzis and Annie McKee. This book provides […]
What’s Your Leadership Tilt? Find Your Balance Inside
Free Infographic – what’s your tilt? We’ve surveyed hundreds of leaders about their greatest leader, the most important natural behaviors beyond character and hard worker were a balance of both […]
Not All Problems are Equally Important
Leading with Honor is grateful for the excellent work that our friend and colleague, Lt Col (Ret) Rob “Cujo” Teschner, is doing in the field of leadership development. This week’s […]
Leadership History Lesson for February 19th
On this day in leadership history in 1987, a controversial, anti-smoking public service announcement aired for the first time on television. Yul Brynner filmed the ad shortly before dying of […]
Leading with Honor Wisdom for Today, February 17, 2023
“The person who makes a success of living is the one who sees his goal steadily and aims for it unswervingly. That is dedication.” – Cecil B. DeMille […]
The First Deployment as a Fighter Pilot – Jocko Willink & Lee Ellis
A quick clip from Lee’s longer interview with Jocko Willink on his first deployment as a fighter pilot. What was it like to embark on this brand-new career as a […]
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Happy Valentine’s Day!
Happy Valentine’s Day from Leading with Honor! We inserted this beautiful quote from advice columnist Ann Landers in our upcoming new book, ‘Captured by Love’. More than valentine cards, candy, […]
Leadership History Lesson for February 12th
On this day in leadership history in 2002, Kenneth Lay, former Enron CEO, exercised his constitutional rights and refused to testify to the U.S. Congress about the collapse of Enron. […]
Leading with Honor Wisdom for Today, February 10, 2023
“The obvious reality is that people are not machines—we are all humans and have a need to be accepted, valued, and believed in.” – Lee Ellis
4 Quick Tips to Better Companionship at Work
As a workplace leader (or teammate), are you being intentional about connecting with the hearts of your people? If you’re truly serious about getting results and keeping the most talented […]
The Best Management Secrets for Impacting Employee Mental Health
I just referenced this new Gallup report in my monthly coaching blog, and it has some great insight for leaders and team on “The Best Management Secrets for Impacting Employee […]
Leadership History Lesson for February 5th
On this day in leadership history in 1937, U.S. President Roosevelt proposed enlarging the U.S. Supreme Court. The plan failed. What’s the leadership lesson? What do honorable leaders do when […]