Fight for Clarity
Much of success in life is about getting everyone on the same page—whether it’s personal or professional relationships. And inevitably someone has to choose to lead the charge in getting […]
Are You Inspired or Insane? Why it is so Difficult for Even Smart People to Avoid Stupid Decisions
By Constance Dierickx Last week, I spoke with a group in Atlanta called CEO Netweavers. They are a great group and we had a lively discussion about decision-making and why […]
Is Experiencing Pain Really Needed in Leadership Development? You Decide – A Brief Video Interview with Lee Ellis
In this quick, 90-second video clip, Lee answers the question “Why is leadership development important?” Great insight and example of how a leader can grow into becoming an honorable leader—this […]
Working with Dysfunctional Dominant Personalities: The Destructive Pattern of Deny, Defend, Demonize, and Destroy
One third of the population has a “Dominant” personality. I happen to be one of them and many of my friends and clients are also. We have high confidence in […]
“What Kind of Leader Do You Want to Be?” – Read Lee’s article, published by the American Management Association, on a true leader’s characteristics
Whether evaluating your personal leadership qualities or deciding what type of leader you want to serve in your work (or cast your vote for public office in a few weeks), […]
Deception: A Warning About Taking the Easy Way Out
There are many situations in which it’s wise to take the easy path. After all, why should we waste time and energy doing things the hard way? Clearly, compressed-air nail […]
“How Did the 14 Lessons Help You After Your POW Experience?” – Video Interview with Lee Ellis
In this short interview, Lee talks about how the 14 leadership lessons mentioned in his book helped him after his POW experience. How are they relevant to one’s personal and […]
Answering the Difficult Leadership Questions – Lee’s Latest Article Featured in ON★PATROL Magazine
Answering the difficult questions about leadership (both in his military career and business career), Lee is featured in the Fall 2012 issue of ON★PATROL Magazine (the official magazine of the […]
Labor Day Reflections from the Surf – Having Passion and Persistence at Work
This past week, my speaking schedule ended in Jacksonville, Florida. Coming into Labor Day weekend, it seemed like a perfect time to hold up at the beach for some much […]
Who Are You Hiring This Election Season? Evaluating Political Leaders with Character, Trust, and Executive Competence – A Free Guide from Lee Ellis
Who have you hired lately? Your next hire may be your elected political servant! Lee Ellis has just released a new Leading with Honor Voter Evaluation Guide to help you […]
Breaking Story – “How Emory University Failed Its Own Honor Code”
The new revelation (see related article from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution) by leaders at Emory University that a former Dean of Admissions had been supplying false data (lying) when reporting the […]
Discovering the Latest Innovation in Leadership—What’s the Newest Crank?
Mark Twain in his book, Following the Equator, said the following, “The man with a new idea is a Crank until the idea succeeds.” Mr. Twain never had a problem […]
“Leadership Surprises from West Point” from author Jim Collins
Jim Collins, businessman and author of Good to Great, writes an article about speaking at West Point Military Academy and the surprising conclusions about leadership during this experience. One notable […]
A Book Recommendation from Lee’s Bookshelf: “The Adversity Paradox”
Another Book Recommendation from Lee’s Bookshelf: “The Adversity Paradox” by J. Barry Griswell and Bob Jennings. “Obstacles and setbacks are an inevitable part of life, especially in today’s harsh and […]
Soar Higher, or Crash and Burn? Great Leaders Embrace the Power of Belief
Last week, I was in Oshkosh, WI attending the 2012 AirVenture event, a weeklong airshow and exposition of experimental aircraft, homebuilts, and generally everything aviation for the civilian aviation enthusiast. […]
Video Interview – “Describe Your Career After Your POW Experience” – Lee Ellis
In this video, author and leadership coach, Lee Ellis, describes his career after his POW experience described in his latest book, Leading with Honor: Leadership Lessons from the Hanoi Hilton. […]
Leading with Honor Response – “Female airman says Air Force trainer attacked her”
You may have been reading about the ongoing case currently in the news regarding Air Force airman, Luis A. Walker – “SAN ANTONIO (AP) — A female Air Force airman […]
Knowing Yourself and the Power of Belief
Abby is undeniably beautiful. Soulful eyes, flowing hair, articulate, alert. She is fiercely loyal and protective of those she loves. Everyone sees her potential, but she’s stuck by the limitations […]
A Book Recommendation from Lee’s Bookshelf – “Highest Duty” by Sully Sullenberger
Another Recommendation from Lee’s Bookshelf – “Highest Duty” by Capt Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger (with Jeffrey Zaslow) shares the amazing story when the world witnessed one of the most remarkable emergency […]
The Price and Responsibilities of Freedom
As a former POW in Vietnam, I know what it’s like to lose your freedom. For more than five years, my comrades and I were locked in dark, dusty cells, […]