Leadership Articles
Insights, tips and more from David & the world's top leaders.
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How can I avoid making the wrong hire?
Five tips to find the top-notch talent that will grow your business There’s a common-sense formula for business success that I talk about often, and it’s this: Build people capability first. That’s how you satisfy more customers. And when you satisfy more customers, you make more money. It’s a simple formula, but believe me, it’s […]
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Bite-Size Learning, Big Success
Is this trend the secret to building know-how in a faster, better way? It’s a harsh reality of being a business leader, but it’s true: If you’re standing still, you’re falling behind. Staying competitive means staying ahead of the curve. Habits of learning and developing can’t be a luxury for you and your organization. They […]
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Elevate Your Leadership by Asking These Three Questions
Here’s how smart leaders harness the power of curiosity to build trust and solve problems I have a question for you! Do you ask a lot of questions? Statistically speaking, most of us don’t. In fact, the number one complaint people have after a conversation is something along the lines of, “I can’t believe they […]
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Are you ready for some football…leadership lessons?
Seven powerful takeaways from my favorite NFL leaders to help you win big at work Fall’s in the air here in Louisville, Kentucky! And that means football’s on the TV. As we kick off another NFL season, I’ve been thinking about all the incredible NFL leaders I’ve had the pleasure of hosting on my podcast, How […]
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Hate conflict? Turn tension into triumph with these five practical tips.
Why you can’t afford to avoid conflict – and how to navigate it with confidence. Raise your hand if you like conflict! I know, I know… Nobody’s raising their hand right now, because nobody likes conflict. But conflict is an inevitable reality for every organization and every leader. Last month, I had the honor of speaking with […]
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How can I get my big ideas to stick? Try these five practical strategies.
Five science-backed tips and tricks to help you and your ideas be more memorable You know those big ideas you shared at your meeting yesterday? Well, I have some bad news. Practically everyone has already forgotten them. Well – at least, statistically, they have. People forget almost everything. Research shows that, within an hour of hearing […]