Back in the day, I used to run track for my high school’s girls 440 relay team. Even all these years later, I can close my eyes and feel it: legs churning, heart pounding, as I round the curve, ready to pass the baton. I’m reaching my right hand out to place the baton in my team mate’s waiting, outstretched palm. Most days, the hand-off went smoothly, but once in awhile we … [Read more...]
Leaders Help People Connect the Dots
Today's featured blogger is Jennifer Miller. This post complements the Communication section in From Bud to Boss. For more information about the grapevine as it relates to communication, join our book community to read the Bonus Byte on this topic.It was a typical day for Pete, a division manager who oversees the work of 1200 employees for a large multi-national enterprise. … [Read more...]