Leadership Articles

Insights, tips and more from David & the world's top leaders.

How can I inspire people to tackle a challenge?

A six-step process to lead your team on a big mission Recently, I got to talk with world-renowned cardiologist Holly Andersen. February is American Heart Month, and Holly joined me on the podcast to share more about the movement she started, Hands Only CPR. This was just a couple of weeks after Buffalo Bills safety […]

How can I get better at receiving criticism?

A five-step process to help you turn negative feedback into a powerful fuel for creativity and growth. “I love being criticized!” Said no one ever. Nobody enjoys hearing negative feedback. But I’ve been thinking about criticism a lot ever since I talked with ESPN broadcaster Jay Bilas on my podcast, How Leaders Lead. Now, this […]

Why do I struggle with delegation?

Discover six common ways leaders sabotage their team’s productivity – and what to do instead. Delegation is a key skill for any leader. Whether you’re a solopreneur, CEO, corporate manager, or small business owner, you have to be able to transfer ownership of a task to someone else. Why is good delegation so important? Well, […]

Can I Learn to Think More Like an Entrepreneur? Yes, and Here’s How!

Four ways any leader can unlock more creativity and be more successful. Can you imagine what the world would be like without entrepreneurs? I can’t say for certain, but I think we might all still be sitting in a cave somewhere hitting stuff with rocks. Fortunately, history is full of people with that entrepreneurial spirit. […]

How can you develop your team AND retain them at your company? Try these five tips.

Here’s how to be a supportive leader who keeps top talent but doesn’t hold on too tight. It’s one of the toughest balancing acts any leader faces: You know it’s your job to develop the people on your team so they can take on new opportunities and grow. But as team members become more and […]

Is it time to fire that person?

Three questions you can ask to get clear on one of the toughest decisions a leader can face. Early on in my career, I had to let somebody go. This person wasn’t a good fit, and everybody on the team knew it. In the conversation, I remember saying, “I know how you must feel.” She […]