Lee Ellis
I had already broken three promises, and the day wasn’t over yet! I was participating in an event specifically on the topic of self-governance and reliable follow-through, and in the heat of the moment I made some commitments that I couldn’t keep. While they were small things that others may not have remembered, they still […]
Express thanks to your team this year by purchasing these award-winning books by Lee Ellis. Leading with Honor is the 2012 release outlining the 14 leadership lessons learned in the POW camps of Vietnam. Engage with honor is the 2016 release that applies many of the original leadership lessons into a practical Courageous Accountability Model. […]
On this day in leadership history in 1975, Bill Gates adopted the name Microsoft for the company he and Paul Allen had formed to write the BASIC computer language for the Altair. What’s the leadership lesson? What does your personal or company brand mean to you? What are the attributes or values that you want […]
“Leadership is about getting the best performance out of others, and that requires a different focus—it’s not what you can do, but what they can do.” – Lee Ellis
Happy Thanksgiving from Lee Ellis and the Leading with Honor Team! We are grateful for friends and clients like you.
Unfortunately, the year 2020 has had many opportunities for leaders to embrace fear. In this Leading with Honor Coaching clip with Lee Ellis and Tom Crawford, both men have a great amount of experience in dealing with positive and negative aspects of leadership fear. In this clip, they talk about 3 ways to diffuse fear […]
Express thanks to your team this year by purchasing these award-winning books by Lee Ellis. Leading with Honor is the 2012 release outlining the 14 leadership lessons learned in the POW camps of Vietnam. Engage with honor is the 2016 release that applies many of the original leadership lessons into a practical Courageous Accountability Model. […]
On this day in leadership history in 1985, 38,648 immigrants became citizens of the United States. It was the largest swearing-in ceremony. What’s the leadership lesson? Honorable leaders know that having a diverse team with regards to race, gender, skill set, and behavioral talents makes a stronger team. Be a leader that supports the strength […]
“For leaders, listening and asking questions with an open mind isn’t easy and often feels a bit ‘loosey-goosey,’ but it’s a powerful tool that we all need to learn and practice.” – Lee Ellis
November 21, 2020 marks the 50th Anniversary of the Son Tay Raid where servicemen from Army, Air Force, and Navy coordinated one of the most well-executed rescue missions for Vietnam POWs. Even though the mission was not successful (there was no one in the POW camp when they arrived), it is still regarded as one […]
This “loose-tight” leadership principle isn’t necessarily a new concept, as it’s always been crucial to great leadership. This paradoxical approach seems contradictory, but it’s something that all honorable leaders must conquer. Tighten Up to Perform You may have realized that you’re more talented in some areas than in others. We do our best work when […]
Relying on your best behavioral strengths and talents is still not enough for the success-focused leader. What’s the next step? It’s learning how to manage your gaps and struggles to be more well-rounded as a leader. In this new live webinar event with Hugh Massie and Lee Ellis, we have two guest panelists to offer […]
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 […]
Purchase these award-winning books by Lee Ellis in one package. Leading with Honor is the 2012 release outlining the 14 leadership lessons learned in the POW camps of Vietnam. Engage with honor is the 2016 release that applies many of the original leadership lessons into a practical Courageous Accountability Model. Purchase in the Leading with […]
Knowing and using your behavioral talents and strengths isn’t enough anymore. Innovative leaders must understand this method of thinking and leading to grow. Watch my 6-minute coaching clip this month to see how to build the courage to adopt this mindset with your team or organization. (video won’t play? Watch it here.) Also, read the […]
On this day in leadership history in 1806, explorer Zebulon Pike spotted the mountaintop that became known as Pikes Peak. What’s the leadership lesson? As an honorable leader, what kind exploration do you build into your schedule? Whether for work or fun, choose to adopt a curious, exploratory mindset! Pikes Peak – Wikipedia […]
“One of the most important leadership lessons is realizing that you’re not the most important or the most intelligent person in the room.” – Mario Batali
How many times have you heard from others in 2020, “You need to adapt”? If there ever was a time during which we’ve had to adapt, it’s been this year! Let’s continue talking about it but from a different angle that I think you’ll appreciate. The “loose-tight” leadership principle isn’t necessarily a new concept, as […]
Happy Veterans Day from Lee Ellis and Leading with Honor Team!
By William T. Thompson Many of us are familiar with the phrase “Striving for excellence.” We have probably been encouraged to do so by our parents or teachers in the past. It is easy to say but hard to put into practice. At least that is the conclusion that I have come to. I see […]