Many people ask me how to find board opportunities. I explain that this is a process rather than an event. The cultivation process is constantly in motion. It is hard work that needs to be treated almost as a full-time job. Begin with the fundamentals: *Ensure that your LinkedIn profile is up to date and…
Researchers Kimberly Nei and Darin Nei studied data across thirty independent studies to examine the relationship between personality and ethical leadership. They wanted to know what leaders should do to build trust with new teams. They published their findings in a 2018 Harvard Business Review article called “Don’t Try to Be the ‘Fun Boss’ —…
One of the most important jobs of a CEO is to conceive, communicate, nurture, and protect the company’s vision and culture. Culture, built over time, is the glue that holds organizations together through good times and bad. It is created and reinforced through consistent actions, not words. Ned Johnson was a master at engaging others…
A key role of any enlightened, contemporary leader is to identify, develop, and nurture talent. Taking risks on individuals, especially younger, upwardly mobile leaders who hold promise, is crucial in this role. Many say that failure is a great teacher. We know that Abraham Lincoln lost jobs, failed at business, was defeated in his bid…
I was humbled to receive a Doctorate of Humane Letters from Park University at their convocation on Saturday, May 6 in Kansas City, MO. It was an amazing day. Thanks to my good friend Cliff Illig who was the commencement speaker for his recognition as well. I am grateful to the Park University board and…
According to the Oxford dictionary the definition of free enterprise is “an economic system in which private business operates in competition, and largely free from state control.” There are seven key characteristics of a free enterprise system including economic freedom, competition, binding contracts, property rights, profit motive, and equal opportunity. Let’s spend just a moment…
In March of 2020, a trend that was already partially underway rapidly accelerated with the arrival of the COVID 19 virus. Work from home on Friday’s, and maybe on Monday’s became a work from home necessity five days a week. I remember my last business trip prior to the onset of the pandemic. I was…
I am honored that the Cape Cod Chronicle featured my upcoming book, Taking Stock: 10 Life and Leadership Principles from My Seat at the Table, both in their print newspaper and on their website late last week. Here are some key excerpts from the published article. Peter J. de Silva’s debut is the non-fiction book…
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