Happy Thanksgiving from Leading with Honor
Happy Thanksgiving from Lee Ellis and the Leading with Honor Team! We are grateful for friends and clients like you.
Diffusing Leadership Fear and Tension – Lee Ellis Interview with Tom Crawford
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 […]
Thanksgiving Offer – Buy Together and Save 30% Off
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. […]
Today in Leadership History for November 22nd
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 […]
Leading with Honor Wisdom for Today, November 20, 2020
“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
The 50th Anniversary of the Son Tay Raid – A Lesson in Leadership
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 […]
Quick Advice on How Leaders Can Loosen Up and Tighten Up
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 […]
Infographic – How to Build a Culture of Courageous Accountability
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 […]
Gift-Giving Offer – Buy Together and Save 30% Off
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 […]
Coaching Clip: Learning the Loose-Tight Method of Leadership
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 […]
Today in Leadership History for November 15th
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 […]
Leading with Honor Wisdom for Today, November 12, 2020
“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
Happy Veterans Day!
Happy Veterans Day from Lee Ellis and Leading with Honor Team!
Guest Article – Striving for Excellence
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 […]
Today in Leadership History for November 8th
On this day in leadership history in 1956, after turning down 18,000 names, the Ford Motor Company decided to name their new car the “Edsel,” after Henry Ford’s only son. What’s the leadership lesson? Honorable leaders know to always connect purpose and meaning in their work with their colleagues and teams. Rally everyone together in […]
Leading with Honor Wisdom for Today, November 6, 2020
“The responsibility of leadership is not to come up with all the great ideas but to create an environment in which great ideas can happen.” —Simon Sinek
Coaching Clip – How to Balance Humble Confidence as a Leader
In this segment of leadership coaching from Lee Ellis, he shares the important leadership principle of finding the humble confidence balance as an honorable leader. When we learn and apply this foundational leadership attribute, our opportunity for long-term success grows. Want to go deeper on this topic? Get Lee’s book, Leading with Honor: Leadership Lessons […]
Giving Back Spotlight – see inside
Leading with Honor is proud to give our time, attention and support to the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program. Their mission is to assist, collaborate, and partner with Services, and agencies at the lowest level possible in order to provide Service members, Veterans, and Family members with informational events and activities, referrals, and proactive outreach services […]
Celebrating Voting Today!
Leading with Honor is celebrating our freedom to cast our votes as citizens today! Leaders go first, so remember to exercise your right today. Also, download our free, non-partisan Voter Evaluation Guide
Last-Minute Voting Research? Free Guide Inside
Reviewing local, state, and national political candidates today? Here’s a free, non-partisan guide to help you vote for the most honorable leader. Download your free copy