Emotional intelligence: Robust leadership tools for tough times
A couple years ago I was introduced to the concept of emotional intelligence while attending a leadership workshop at the McChrystal Group…
Old school or new school, micromanaging doesn’t make the grade
Micromanagers are typically viewed as people who provide too much feedback, who are constantly looking over your shoulder and telling you how to do something. Yet a recent Gallup article points to a modern version of micromanagers…
Our new normal: expanding virtual programs
Previously I’ve talked about the foundation’s partnership strategy to work with advocates of entrepreneurship-led economic development (ELED). The pandemic has been a real proof of this strategy — especially when it comes to organizations that are truly passionate about ELED…
Back to Big Rock Valley
Now that Governor Whitmer has rescinded her Safer at Home order, Edward Lowe Foundation employees are beginning to return to Big Rock Valley, our headquarters’ property in Southwest Michigan…
Leading through unprecedented change
Everyone wants to know when things will return to normal. Yet we shouldn’t preoccupy ourselves with trying to get back to the way things used to be. The issue now is forward thinking…
8 steps to navigating uncertainty
As business leaders struggle to navigate COVID-19, one of the most difficult challenges is dealing with the many levels of uncertainty…
Relationships matter: 5 steps to stronger partnerships
“People Need People” was the title of my second-grade reading textbook. My 7-year-old mind was curious about this title choice, but it wasn’t until much later that I really understood its meaning…
Prioritizing your priorities: When to say “no”
It’s easy for entrepreneurs to burn out during second stage. Not only are they running a growing business, but their leadership success pushes them into the limelight, and suddenly they’re flooded with requests to join industry boards, community initiatives and charitable endeavors…
Deep work: Moving beyond busyness to true productivity
Today’s technological tools are useful, but too often they seem to be using us — keeping us busy but not productive…